2008 Citroen C8 vs. 2006 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2008 Citroen C8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Peugeot 206. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Peugeot 206 would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Peugeot 206 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C8. (126 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C8 weights approximately 638 kg more than 2006 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 C8 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot 206. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C8 | 2006 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | C8 | 206 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.6 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 47 L |
