2000 Citroen C1 vs. 2005 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 307 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Citroen C1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen C1 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Peugeot 307 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 349 kg more than 2000 Citroen C1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Peugeot 307 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C1 | 2005 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | C1 | 307 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 60 L |
