2005 Citroen C2 vs. 2005 Peugeot 407
To start off, both 2005 Citroen C2 and 2005 Peugeot 407 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Peugeot 407 (208 HP) has 149 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C2. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 727 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, 2005 Peugeot 407 (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C2. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C2. 2005 Peugeot 407 has automatic transmission and 2005 Citroen C2 has manual transmission. 2005 Citroen C2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Peugeot 407 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen C2 | 2005 Peugeot 407 | |
Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
Model | C2 | 407 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 208 HP |
Torque | 88 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1662 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 66 L |