2001 Citroen C3 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 C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Peugeot 206 (72 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C3. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 24 kg more than 2001 Citroen C3. 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, 2002 Peugeot 206 (120 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C3. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C3 | 2002 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | C3 | 206 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 978 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 70 L |
