2002 Citroen C2 vs. 2006 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2006 Peugeot 206 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Citroen C2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Citroen C2 would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Citroen C2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Citroen C2 (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 206. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Citroen C2 should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 69 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 Citroen C2 (150 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot 206. (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Citroen C2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C2 | 2006 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | C2 | 206 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.8 seconds | 15.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1065 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 Tank Capacity | 41 L | 50 L |
