1997 Citroen Xantia vs. 1997 Peugeot 206
To start off, both 1997 Citroen Xantia and 1997 Peugeot 206 were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Citroen Xantia (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1997 Peugeot 206. (80 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1997 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 200 kg more than 1997 Peugeot 206. 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, 1997 Citroen Xantia (130 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Peugeot 206. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1997 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Citroen Xantia | 1997 Peugeot 206 | |
Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
Model | Xantia | 206 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 80 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 111 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |