2004 Citroen C3 vs. 2004 Peugeot 106
To start off, both 2004 Citroen C3 and 2004 Peugeot 106 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Citroen C3 (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2004 Peugeot 106. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 2004 Peugeot 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C3 weights approximately 317 kg more than 2004 Peugeot 106. 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 Citroen C3 (152 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Peugeot 106. (87 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Peugeot 106.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Citroen C3 | 2004 Peugeot 106 | |
Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
Model | C3 | 106 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1122 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 69 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1097 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 40 L |