2006 Citroen C2 vs. 2003 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2006 Citroen C2 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Peugeot 407. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Peugeot 407 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Peugeot 407 (134 HP) has 62 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C2. (72 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 480 kg more than 2006 Citroen C2. 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, 2003 Peugeot 407 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C2. (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2003 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C2 | 2003 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | C2 | 407 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 134 HP |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
