2006 Citroen C8 vs. 2008 Peugeot 207
To start off, 2008 Peugeot 207 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Citroen C8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Citroen C8 would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen C8 (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2008 Peugeot 207. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C8 should accelerate faster than 2008 Peugeot 207.
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 (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Peugeot 207. (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Peugeot 207.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C8 | 2008 Peugeot 207 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | C8 | 207 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
