2006 Citroen C5 vs. 2006 Peugeot 407
To start off, both 2006 Citroen C5 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen C5 (138 HP) has 4 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 407. (134 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C5 weights approximately 622 kg more than 2006 Peugeot 407. 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 (301 Nm) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C5. (200 Nm). This means 2006 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Citroen C5 | 2006 Peugeot 407 | |
Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
Model | C5 | 407 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 134 HP |
Torque | 200 Nm | 301 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1502 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 45 L |