2006 Citroen C2 vs. 2006 Peugeot 206
To start off, both 2006 Citroen C2 and 2006 Peugeot 206 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Peugeot 206 (74 HP) has 15 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C2. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 96 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, 2006 Peugeot 206 (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C2. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Citroen C2 | 2006 Peugeot 206 | |
Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
Model | C2 | 206 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 74 HP |
Torque | 94 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.4 seconds | 14.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1026 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 50 L |