2001 Citroen C5 vs. 2005 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 206 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen C5 would be higher. Both 2001 Citroen C5 and 2005 Peugeot 206 are equipped with a 1,997 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Peugeot 206 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 255 kg more than 2005 Peugeot 206.
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 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 206. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C5 | 2005 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | C5 | 206 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1482 kg | 1227 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 47 L |
