2008 Citroen C5 vs. 2008 Peugeot 206
To start off, both 2008 Citroen C5 and 2008 Peugeot 206 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C5 weights approximately 489 kg more than 2008 Peugeot 206.
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, 2008 Citroen C5 (286 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Peugeot 206. (202 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Peugeot 206. 2008 Citroen C5 has automatic transmission and 2008 Peugeot 206 has manual transmission. 2008 Peugeot 206 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Citroen C5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Citroen C5 | 2008 Peugeot 206 | |
Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
Model | C5 | 206 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 286 Nm | 202 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 7.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1589 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 50 L |