2012 Citroen C5 vs. 2012 Peugeot 408
To start off, both 2012 Citroen C5 and 2012 Peugeot 408 were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. Both 2012 Citroen C5 and 2012 Peugeot 408 are equipped with a 1,997 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Peugeot 408 (147 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C5. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Peugeot 408 should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C5.
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, both vehicles can yield 200 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Citroen C5 | 2012 Peugeot 408 | |
Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
Model | C5 | 408 |
Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 147 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1815 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1525 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2710 mm |