2005 Citroen C3 vs. 2001 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2005 Citroen C3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Peugeot 206. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Peugeot 206 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Peugeot 206 (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C3. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C3 weights approximately 97 kg more than 2001 Peugeot 206.
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, 2001 Peugeot 206 (210 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C3. (205 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2001 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C3 | 2001 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | C3 | 206 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 23.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 12.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1147 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
