2005 Citroen C5 vs. 2006 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2006 Peugeot 307 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 2,175 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen C5 (126 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 307. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C5 weights approximately 786 kg more than 2006 Peugeot 307. 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 Citroen C5 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot 307. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C5 | 2006 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | C5 | 307 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 186 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.8 seconds | 14 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |
