2001 Citroen C2 vs. 2002 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2002 Peugeot 206 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen C2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen C2 would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen C2 (72 HP) has 15 more horse power than 2002 Peugeot 206. (57 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C2 should accelerate faster than 2002 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 24 kg more than 2001 Citroen C2.
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, 2001 Citroen C2 (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Peugeot 206. (95 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen C2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C2 | 2002 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | C2 | 206 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 57 HP |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.6 seconds | 15.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 50 L |
