2003 Citroen C2 vs. 2003 Peugeot 106
To start off, both 2003 Citroen C2 and 2003 Peugeot 106 were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Citroen C2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Citroen C2 (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2003 Peugeot 106. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Citroen C2 should accelerate faster than 2003 Peugeot 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Citroen C2 weights approximately 264 kg more than 2003 Peugeot 106. 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, 2003 Citroen C2 (150 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Peugeot 106. (87 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Citroen C2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Peugeot 106.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Citroen C2 | 2003 Peugeot 106 | |
Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
Model | C2 | 106 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1124 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 69 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 40 L |