2008 Citroen Xsara vs. 2008 Peugeot 206
To start off, both 2008 Citroen Xsara and 2008 Peugeot 206 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Peugeot 206 (134 HP) has 45 more horse power than 2008 Citroen Xsara. (89 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 154 kg more than 2008 Peugeot 206.
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, 2008 Citroen Xsara (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Peugeot 206. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Citroen Xsara | 2008 Peugeot 206 | |
Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
Model | Xsara | 206 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 134 HP |
Torque | 205 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.2 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1279 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 50 L |