2001 Citroen Xsara vs. 2001 Peugeot 406
To start off, both 2001 Citroen Xsara and 2001 Peugeot 406 were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. Both 2001 Citroen Xsara and 2001 Peugeot 406 are equipped with a 1,997 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Peugeot 406 (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2001 Citroen Xsara. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 96 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 Citroen Xsara (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Peugeot 406. (181 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Peugeot 406. 2001 Citroen Xsara has automatic transmission and 2001 Peugeot 406 has manual transmission. 2001 Peugeot 406 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Citroen Xsara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen Xsara | 2001 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | Xsara | 406 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.4 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 1344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |
