2000 Citroen C3 vs. 2005 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 206 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen C3 (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 206. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen C3 weights approximately 87 kg more than 2005 Peugeot 206. 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, 2000 Citroen C3 (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 206. (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C3 | 2005 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | C3 | 206 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.3 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 50 L |
