2012 Peugeot 408 vs. 2010 Citroen C5
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 408 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Citroen C5 (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2012 Peugeot 408. (110 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2012 Peugeot 408.
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, 2010 Citroen C5 (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Peugeot 408. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Peugeot 408. 2010 Citroen C5 has automatic transmission and 2012 Peugeot 408 has manual transmission. 2012 Peugeot 408 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Citroen C5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Peugeot 408 | 2010 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Citroen |
| Model | 408 | C5 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1815 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1525 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2760 mm |
