1996 Citroen Xantia vs. 2009 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2009 Peugeot 407 is newer by 13 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 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Peugeot 407 (161 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1996 Citroen Xantia. (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1996 Citroen Xantia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Peugeot 407 (220 Nm @ 4150 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen Xantia. (156 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Citroen Xantia | 2009 Peugeot 407 | |
Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
Model | Xantia | 407 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1762 cc | 2230 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4150 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2730 mm |