2001 Citroen C3 vs. 2002 Peugeot 807
To start off, 2002 Peugeot 807 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Peugeot 807 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Peugeot 807 (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C3. (59 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Peugeot 807 should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Peugeot 807 weights approximately 665 kg more than 2001 Citroen C3. 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, 2002 Peugeot 807 (218 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C3. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Peugeot 807 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C3 | 2002 Peugeot 807 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | C3 | 807 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 96 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1058 kg | 1723 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 66 L |
