2004 Citroen C5 vs. 2008 Peugeot 207
To start off, 2008 Peugeot 207 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Citroen C5 (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2008 Peugeot 207. (119 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Peugeot 207. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C5 weights approximately 323 kg more than 2008 Peugeot 207. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Citroen C5 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Peugeot 207. (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Peugeot 207.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C5 | 2008 Peugeot 207 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | C5 | 207 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 7.1 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1573 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 49 L |
