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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Peugeot 206 (175 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C2. (120 HP @ 6500 RPM) 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 505 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 (202 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C2. (143 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C2. 2006 Citroen C2 has automatic transmission and 2006 Peugeot 206 has manual transmission. 2006 Peugeot 206 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Citroen C2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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 | 1587 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 7.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 50 L |
