2003 Citroen C3 vs. 2003 Peugeot 206
To start off, both 2003 Citroen C3 and 2003 Peugeot 206 were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Citroen C3 (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2003 Peugeot 206. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 2003 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 22 kg more than 2003 Citroen C3.
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 C3 (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Peugeot 206. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Peugeot 206. 2003 Citroen C3 has automatic transmission and 2003 Peugeot 206 has manual transmission. 2003 Peugeot 206 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Citroen C3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Citroen C3 | 2003 Peugeot 206 | |
Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
Model | C3 | 206 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
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 | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3200 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 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 912 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |