2001 Citroen C2 vs. 2002 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2002 Peugeot 307 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen C2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen C2 would be higher. Both 2001 Citroen C2 and 2002 Peugeot 307 are equipped with a 1,360 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen C2 (72 HP) has 5 more horse power than 2002 Peugeot 307. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C2 should accelerate faster than 2002 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 184 kg more than 2001 Citroen C2.
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, 2002 Peugeot 307 (147 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C2. (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2002 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C2 | 2002 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | C2 | 307 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2620 mm |
