1996 Citroen Xantia vs. 2008 Peugeot 207
To start off, 2008 Peugeot 207 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Peugeot 207 (119 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1996 Citroen Xantia. (108 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Peugeot 207 should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 185 kg more than 2008 Peugeot 207.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Peugeot 207 (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen Xantia. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Peugeot 207 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Citroen Xantia | 2008 Peugeot 207 | |
Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
Model | Xantia | 207 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2088 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2550 mm |