2005 Citroen Xsara vs. 1996 Peugeot 306
To start off, 2005 Citroen Xsara is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Peugeot 306. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Peugeot 306 would be higher. Both 2005 Citroen Xsara and 1996 Peugeot 306 are equipped with a 1,997 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Peugeot 306 (167 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 61 kg more than 1996 Peugeot 306.
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, 2005 Citroen Xsara (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Peugeot 306. (197 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen Xsara | 1996 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | Xsara | 306 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1214 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 60 L |
