2005 Citroen Xsara vs. 2010 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2010 Peugeot 407 is newer by 5 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. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Peugeot 407 (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 89 kg more than 2010 Peugeot 407.
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, 2010 Peugeot 407 (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2010 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen Xsara | 2010 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | Xsara | 407 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1293 kg | 1204 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 67 L |
