2005 Citroen Xsara vs. 2005 Peugeot 607
To start off, both 2005 Citroen Xsara and 2005 Peugeot 607 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Peugeot 607 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Peugeot 607 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 607 should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 607 weights approximately 473 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Peugeot 607 (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 607 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Xsara. 2005 Peugeot 607 has automatic transmission and 2005 Citroen Xsara has manual transmission. 2005 Citroen Xsara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Peugeot 607 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen Xsara | 2005 Peugeot 607 | |
Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
Model | Xsara | 607 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1749 cc | 2720 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 17.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 8.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1798 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |