2000 Citroen C5 vs. 2006 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2006 Peugeot 407 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 2,945 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Peugeot 407 (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C5. (57 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 230 kg more than 2000 Citroen C5. 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, 2006 Peugeot 407 (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C5. (110 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C5 | 2006 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | C5 | 407 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2945 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.9 seconds | 8.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 66 L |
