1999 Citroen C3 vs. 2007 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 307 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 307 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1999 Citroen C3. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 132 kg more than 1999 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Peugeot 307 (200 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen C3. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Citroen C3 | 2007 Peugeot 307 | |
Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
Model | C3 | 307 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 1296 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2610 mm |