2003 Citroen Xsara vs. 2006 Peugeot 207
To start off, 2006 Peugeot 207 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Peugeot 207 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Peugeot 207 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2003 Citroen Xsara. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Peugeot 207 should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 30 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Peugeot 207 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen Xsara. (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Peugeot 207 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen Xsara | 2006 Peugeot 207 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | Xsara | 207 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1527 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| 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 | 1216 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 45 L |
