1998 Citroen Xantia vs. 2005 Peugeot 1007
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 1007 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Citroen Xantia (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 1007. (74 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 1007. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 1007 weights approximately 81 kg more than 1998 Citroen Xantia.
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, 1998 Citroen Xantia (133 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 1007. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 1007.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen Xantia | 2005 Peugeot 1007 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | Xantia | 1007 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| 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 | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1251 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
