1999 Citroen XM vs. 2005 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 307 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Citroen XM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Citroen XM would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Citroen XM (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 307. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen XM weights approximately 210 kg more than 2005 Peugeot 307. 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, 2005 Peugeot 307 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen XM. (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen XM | 2005 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | XM | 307 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 17.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 178 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |
