2005 Citroen Xsara vs. 2005 Peugeot 1007
To start off, both 2005 Citroen Xsara and 2005 Peugeot 1007 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen Xsara (108 HP) has 36 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 1007. (72 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 1007. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 76 kg more than 2005 Peugeot 1007. 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, 2005 Citroen Xsara (241 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 1007. (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 1007.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen Xsara | 2005 Peugeot 1007 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | Xsara | 1007 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 72 HP |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 15.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1291 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 40 L |
