2005 Citroen C2 vs. 2002 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2005 Citroen C2 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Peugeot 206. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Peugeot 206 would be higher. At 1,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Peugeot 206 (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C2. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 105 kg more than 2005 Citroen C2. 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, 2002 Peugeot 206 (147 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C2. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C2 | 2002 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | C2 | 206 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 70 L |
