2005 Citroen C8 vs. 2005 Peugeot 206
To start off, both 2005 Citroen C8 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 2,175 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen C8 (157 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 206. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C8 weights approximately 560 kg more than 2005 Peugeot 206. 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 C8 (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 206. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen C8 | 2005 Peugeot 206 | |
Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
Model | C8 | 206 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2175 cc | 1360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 157 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 12.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1648 kg | 1088 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |