2000 Citroen C3 vs. 2005 Peugeot 1007
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 1007 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen C3 (89 HP) has 17 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 1007. (72 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 1007. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 1007 weights approximately 220 kg more than 2000 Citroen C3.
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, 2000 Citroen C3 (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 1007. (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 1007.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C3 | 2005 Peugeot 1007 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | C3 | 1007 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 72 HP |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 15.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 40 L |
