2004 Citroen C5 vs. 2004 Peugeot 406
To start off, both 2004 Citroen C5 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Peugeot 406 (204 HP) has 145 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 133 kg more than 2004 Citroen C5. 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 (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Citroen C5 | 2004 Peugeot 406 | |
Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
Model | C5 | 406 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 204 HP |
Torque | 110 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.9:1 |
Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 7.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1427 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |