2000 Citroen Xsara vs. 2008 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2008 Peugeot 407 is newer by 8 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Peugeot 407 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 450 kg more than 2000 Citroen Xsara. 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, 2008 Peugeot 407 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Citroen Xsara | 2008 Peugeot 407 | |
Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
Model | Xsara | 407 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1868 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.2 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2730 mm |