2008 Citroen Xsara vs. 2008 Peugeot 607
To start off, both 2008 Citroen Xsara and 2008 Peugeot 607 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Peugeot 607 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Peugeot 607 (208 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2008 Citroen Xsara. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Peugeot 607 should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Peugeot 607 weights approximately 295 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 607 (294 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen Xsara. (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Peugeot 607 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen Xsara. 2008 Peugeot 607 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. 2008 Peugeot 607 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Citroen Xsara | 2008 Peugeot 607 | |
Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
Model | Xsara | 607 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 194 km/hour | 231 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.8 seconds | 8.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1635 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 80 L |