2006 Citroen C4 vs. 2006 Peugeot 407
To start off, both 2006 Citroen C4 and 2006 Peugeot 407 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Peugeot 407 (156 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C4. (94 HP @ 3000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 240 kg more than 2006 Citroen C4. 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 407 (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C4. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Citroen C4 | 2006 Peugeot 407 | |
Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
Model | C4 | 407 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2230 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 5650 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 66 L |