2007 Citroen C5 vs. 2006 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2007 Citroen C5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Peugeot 407. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Peugeot 407 would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Peugeot 407 (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C5. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C5.
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 (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C5. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C5 | 2006 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | C5 | 407 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.8 seconds | 9.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 66 L |
