2004 Citroen C4 vs. 2000 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2004 Citroen C4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Peugeot 206. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Peugeot 206 would be higher. At 1,578 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Peugeot 206 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C4. (91 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C4 weights approximately 115 kg more than 2000 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 C4 (216 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Peugeot 206. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C4 | 2000 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | C4 | 206 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 1578 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 82 mm |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 47 L |
