2001 Citroen C5 vs. 2003 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2003 Peugeot 307 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen C5 would be higher. Both 2001 Citroen C5 and 2003 Peugeot 307 are equipped with a 1,997 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Peugeot 307 (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2001 Citroen C5. 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, 2003 Peugeot 307 (202 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2003 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C5 | 2003 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | C5 | 307 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 50 L |
