Citroen C-Elysee 2012 vs Peugeot 2008 2013
| Body: | Sedan | Crossover / SUV | |
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| Crossovers and SUVs have better off-road capabilities (higher ground clearance, can have 4x4 drive), they are preferable for driving on unpaved roads and rural areas. Also, the driver's seating position is higher in a crossover or SUVs, which provides better visibility also in city. This usually comes at the cost of higher fuel consumption, increased weight and higher maintenance costs. | |||
| Gearbox: | Manual | Manual | |
| Engine: | 1.2 Petrol | 1.2 Petrol | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing belt | Timing belt | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 72 HP | 110 HP | |
| Torque: | 110 NM | 205 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 14.2 seconds | 9.9 seconds | |
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Peugeot 2008 is a more dynamic driving. Citroen C-Elysee engine produces 38 HP less power than Peugeot 2008, whereas torque is 95 NM less than Peugeot 2008. Due to the lower power, Citroen C-Elysee reaches 100 km/h speed 4.3 seconds later. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 5.3 | 4.7 | |
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The Peugeot 2008 is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. Citroen C-Elysee consumes 0.6 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Peugeot 2008, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Citroen C-Elysee could require 90 litres more fuel. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 50 litres | 50 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 940 km in combined cycle | 1060 km in combined cycle | |
| 1160 km on highway | 1250 km on highway | ||
| Peugeot 2008 gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
Engines | |||
| Average engine lifespan: | 420'000 km | 370'000 km | |
| Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used, but under equal conditions the average life of a Citroen C-Elysee engine could be longer. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 13 years | 11 years | |
| Engine spread: | Used also on Peugeot 301 | Installed on at least 10 other car models, including Peugeot 308, Citroen C3, Opel Combo, Citroen C4 | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Peugeot 2008 might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
| Peugeot 2008 2013 1.2 engine: Because the timing belt is placed in oil, it doesn't last the intended 180,000 kilometers, and its wear products clog the oilways. First years of engines have been recalled due to axial play in the crankshaft. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.43 m | 4.16 m | |
| Width: | 1.75 m | 1.74 m | |
| Height: | 1.47 m | 1.56 m | |
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Citroen C-Elysee is larger, but lower. Citroen C-Elysee is 27 cm longer than the Peugeot 2008, width is practically the same , while the height of Citroen C-Elysee is 9 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 506 litres | 350 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
no data | 1172 litres | |
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Citroen C-Elysee has more luggage capacity. Citroen C-Elysee has 156 litres more trunk space than the Peugeot 2008. | |||
| Turning diameter: | no data | 11.2 meters | |
| Gross weight (kg): | 1`459 | 1`656 | |
| Safety: | |||
| Peugeot 2008 scores higher in safety tests. The Peugeot 2008 scores significantly higher in active safety technologies (stability control, lane assist, automatic braking, etc.) tests. | |||
| Quality: | no data | average | |
| Average price (€): | 3200 | 8000 | |
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