2009 Citroen C4 vs. 2006 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2009 Citroen C4 is newer by 3 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Peugeot 206 (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C4. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C4 weights approximately 112 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, 2006 Peugeot 206 (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C4. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C4 | 2006 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | C4 | 206 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.2 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
