2008 Citroen Xsara vs. 2007 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2008 Citroen Xsara is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Peugeot 307. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Peugeot 307 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 307 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2008 Citroen Xsara. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 110 kg more than 2008 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Peugeot 307 (200 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen Xsara. (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen Xsara. 2007 Peugeot 307 has automatic transmission and 2008 Citroen Xsara has manual transmission. 2008 Citroen Xsara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Peugeot 307 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen Xsara | 2007 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | Xsara | 307 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.8 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.7 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1186 kg | 1296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 60 L |
