2000 Citroen C5 vs. 1994 Peugeot 306
To start off, 2000 Citroen C5 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Peugeot 306. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Peugeot 306 would be higher. At 2,944 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Peugeot 306 (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C5. (58 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen C5 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1994 Peugeot 306.
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, 1994 Peugeot 306 (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C5. (115 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1994 Peugeot 306 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C5 | 1994 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | C5 | 306 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2944 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2590 mm |
