1999 Citroen Xsara vs. 1993 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1999 Citroen Xsara is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Peugeot 405. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Peugeot 405 would be higher. At 1,578 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Peugeot 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Peugeot 405 (92 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Peugeot 405 should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xsara.
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, 1993 Peugeot 405 (134 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (113 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1993 Peugeot 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Xsara | 1993 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | Xsara | 405 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1578 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 92 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.9 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2680 mm |
