2004 Citroen Xsara vs. 2004 Peugeot 406
To start off, both 2004 Citroen Xsara and 2004 Peugeot 406 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Peugeot 406 (156 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2004 Citroen Xsara. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 58 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Peugeot 406 (205 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen Xsara. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Citroen Xsara | 2004 Peugeot 406 | |
Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
Model | Xsara | 406 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1797 cc | 2230 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1292 kg | 1350 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |