2004 Citroen C3 vs. 2001 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2004 Citroen C3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Peugeot 206. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Peugeot 206 would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Peugeot 206 (114 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C3. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C3 weights approximately 122 kg more than 2001 Peugeot 206.
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 Citroen C3 (152 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Peugeot 206. (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C3 | 2001 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | C3 | 206 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1097 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.2 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
