2000 Citroen Xsara vs. 2007 Peugeot 207
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 207 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen Xsara (165 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 207. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 207. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 207 weights approximately 213 kg more than 2000 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, 2007 Peugeot 207 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (193 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 207 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen Xsara | 2007 Peugeot 207 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | Xsara | 207 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1413 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 50 L |
