2004 Citroen C2 vs. 2004 Peugeot 406
To start off, both 2004 Citroen C2 and 2004 Peugeot 406 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Peugeot 406 (156 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C2. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 439 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Peugeot 406 (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C2. (150 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2004 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Citroen C2 | 2004 Peugeot 406 | |
Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
Model | C2 | 406 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 2230 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5650 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.8 seconds | 9.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1434 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.2 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 70 L |