2003 Citroen Xsara vs. 2001 Peugeot 806
To start off, 2003 Citroen Xsara is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Peugeot 806. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Peugeot 806 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Peugeot 806 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Peugeot 806 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2003 Citroen Xsara. (74 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Peugeot 806 should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Peugeot 806 weights approximately 445 kg more than 2003 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 Peugeot 806 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen Xsara. (113 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2001 Peugeot 806 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Citroen Xsara | 2001 Peugeot 806 | |
Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
Model | Xsara | 806 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2830 mm |