2008 Citroen Xsara vs. 2008 Peugeot 407
To start off, both 2008 Citroen Xsara and 2008 Peugeot 407 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 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 206 kg more than 2008 Citroen Xsara.
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 407 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen Xsara. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Peugeot 407 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 407 | |
Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
Model | Xsara | 407 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 148 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 12.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1209 kg | 1415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 66 L |