2002 Citroen C3 vs. 2002 Peugeot 306
To start off, both 2002 Citroen C3 and 2002 Peugeot 306 were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. Both 2002 Citroen C3 and 2002 Peugeot 306 are equipped with a 1,587 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Citroen C3 (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2002 Peugeot 306. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 2002 Peugeot 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Peugeot 306 weights approximately 265 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 Peugeot 306 (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C3. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Peugeot 306 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen C3. 2002 Citroen C3 has automatic transmission and 2002 Peugeot 306 has manual transmission. 2002 Peugeot 306 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Citroen C3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Citroen C3 | 2002 Peugeot 306 | |
Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
Model | C3 | 306 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 78.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |