1999 Citroen Xantia vs. 2005 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 407 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Citroen Xantia (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 407. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 138 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 Citroen Xantia (187 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 407. (163 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Xantia | 2005 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | Xantia | 407 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1749 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1458 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2730 mm |
