2003 Citroen C2 vs. 2006 Peugeot 207
To start off, 2006 Peugeot 207 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Citroen C2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Citroen C2 would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Peugeot 207 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Peugeot 207 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C2. (58 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Peugeot 207 should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Peugeot 207 weights approximately 280 kg more than 2003 Citroen C2. 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, 2006 Peugeot 207 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C2. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Peugeot 207 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen C2 | 2006 Peugeot 207 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | C2 | 207 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1216 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 Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 45 L |
