2001 Citroen C5 vs. 1994 Peugeot 806
To start off, 2001 Citroen C5 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Peugeot 806. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Peugeot 806 would be higher. Both 2001 Citroen C5 and 1994 Peugeot 806 are equipped with a 1,997 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen C5 (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1994 Peugeot 806. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1994 Peugeot 806. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Peugeot 806 weights approximately 185 kg more than 2001 Citroen C5.
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 C5 (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Peugeot 806. (170 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Peugeot 806.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C5 | 1994 Peugeot 806 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | C5 | 806 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2830 mm |
