2005 Citroen C3 vs. 2005 Peugeot 206
To start off, both 2005 Citroen C3 and 2005 Peugeot 206 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen C3 (108 HP) has 34 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 206. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 16 kg more than 2005 Citroen C3.
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 Citroen C3 (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 206. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen C3 | 2005 Peugeot 206 | |
Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
Model | C3 | 206 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1358 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 74 HP |
Torque | 150 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.2:1 |
Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10 seconds | 13.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1058 kg | 1074 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |