2005 Citroen Xsara vs. 2006 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2006 Peugeot 206 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen Xsara would be higher. Both 2005 Citroen Xsara and 2006 Peugeot 206 are equipped with a 1,360 cc engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 74 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar.
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 206 (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Xsara.
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2005 Citroen Xsara | 2006 Peugeot 206 | |
Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
Model | Xsara | 206 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 50 L |