2003 Citroen C2 vs. 2007 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 206 is newer by 4 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 1,410 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Citroen C2 (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 206. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Citroen C2 should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Citroen C2 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2007 Peugeot 206. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Peugeot 206 (160 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C2. (120 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Citroen C2 | 2007 Peugeot 206 | |
Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
Model | C2 | 206 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1358 cc | 1410 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 73.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 50 L |