2006 Citroen C2 vs. 2002 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2006 Citroen C2 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Peugeot 206. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Peugeot 206 would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Citroen C2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen C2 (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2002 Peugeot 206. (57 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C2 should accelerate faster than 2002 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 25 kg more than 2006 Citroen C2.
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, 2006 Citroen C2 (150 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Peugeot 206. (95 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C2 | 2002 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | C2 | 206 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.8 seconds | 15.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.2 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 50 L |
