2004 Citroen C5 vs. 2004 Peugeot 206
To start off, both 2004 Citroen C5 and 2004 Peugeot 206 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Citroen C5 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2004 Peugeot 206. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2004 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C5 weights approximately 592 kg more than 2004 Peugeot 206. 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 C5 (196 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Peugeot 206. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Citroen C5 | 2004 Peugeot 206 | |
Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
Model | C5 | 206 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1123 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 69 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1502 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 50 L |