2011 Citroen C3 vs. 2011 Peugeot 5008
To start off, both 2011 Citroen C3 and 2011 Peugeot 5008 were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 108 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar.
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, 2011 Peugeot 5008 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C3. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Peugeot 5008 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C3. 2011 Peugeot 5008 has automatic transmission and 2011 Citroen C3 has manual transmission. 2011 Citroen C3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Peugeot 5008 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Citroen C3 | 2011 Peugeot 5008 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | C3 | 5008 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2735 mm |
