2006 Citroen C8 vs. 2006 Peugeot 206
To start off, both 2006 Citroen C8 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen C8 (134 HP) has 26 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 206. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C8 weights approximately 427 kg more than 2006 Peugeot 206. 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 Citroen C8 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot 206. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Citroen C8 | 2006 Peugeot 206 | |
Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
Model | C8 | 206 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 108 HP |
Torque | 190 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 78.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 194 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1218 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |