2001 Citroen C2 vs. 1992 Peugeot 405
To start off, 2001 Citroen C2 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Peugeot 405. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Peugeot 405 would be higher. At 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Peugeot 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Peugeot 405 (89 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C2. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Peugeot 405 should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 162 kg more than 2001 Citroen C2. 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, 1992 Peugeot 405 (132 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C2. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1992 Peugeot 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C2 | 1992 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | C2 | 405 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2680 mm |
