2009 Citroen Xsara vs. 2008 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2009 Citroen Xsara is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Peugeot 307. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Peugeot 307 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Peugeot 307 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2009 Citroen Xsara. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2009 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 307 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen Xsara. (161 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen Xsara | 2008 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | Xsara | 307 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
