1997 Citroen Xsara vs. 2002 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2002 Peugeot 206 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 1,749 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Peugeot 206 (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1997 Citroen Xsara. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 36 kg more than 2002 Peugeot 206.
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, 2002 Peugeot 206 (147 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen Xsara. (110 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2002 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen Xsara | 2002 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | Xsara | 206 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 1359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1071 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |
