2008 Citroen C5 vs. 2006 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2008 Citroen C5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Peugeot 307. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Peugeot 307 would be higher. At 2,944 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C5 (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 307. (135 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 12 kg more than 2008 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 307 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C5. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C5 | 2006 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | C5 | 307 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2944 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 17.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1567 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |
