2002 Citroen Xsara vs. 2010 Peugeot 207
To start off, 2010 Peugeot 207 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Peugeot 207 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Peugeot 207 (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2002 Citroen Xsara. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Peugeot 207 should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 15 kg more than 2010 Peugeot 207.
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, 2010 Peugeot 207 (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen Xsara. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Peugeot 207 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen Xsara | 2010 Peugeot 207 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | Xsara | 207 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 194 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1246 kg | 1231 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 50 L |
