2009 Citroen C5 vs. 2002 Peugeot 807
To start off, 2009 Citroen C5 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Peugeot 807. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Peugeot 807 would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Peugeot 807 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Peugeot 807 (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C5. (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Peugeot 807 should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Peugeot 807 weights approximately 277 kg more than 2009 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Citroen C5 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Peugeot 807. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Peugeot 807. 2002 Peugeot 807 has automatic transmission and 2009 Citroen C5 has manual transmission. 2009 Citroen C5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Peugeot 807 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C5 | 2002 Peugeot 807 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | C5 | 807 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1837 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
