2000 Citroen C3 vs. 2006 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2006 Peugeot 206 is newer by 6 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. Both 2000 Citroen C3 and 2006 Peugeot 206 are equipped with a 1,398 cc engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 67 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 12 kg more than 2000 Citroen C3.
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, 2006 Peugeot 206 (150 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C3. (110 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C3 | 2006 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | C3 | 206 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.4 seconds | 14.6 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 | 1098 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.2 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
