2008 Citroen Xsara vs. 2008 Peugeot 207
To start off, both 2008 Citroen Xsara and 2008 Peugeot 207 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Peugeot 207 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Peugeot 207 (148 HP) has 40 more horse power than 2008 Citroen Xsara. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Peugeot 207 should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Peugeot 207 weights approximately 256 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.
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 Peugeot 207 (240 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen Xsara. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Peugeot 207 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Citroen Xsara | 2008 Peugeot 207 | |
Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
Model | Xsara | 207 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 148 HP |
Torque | 147 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1237 kg | 1493 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 50 L |