2002 Citroen C3 vs. 2007 Peugeot 207
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 207 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 207 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 207 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C3. (59 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 207 should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 207 weights approximately 263 kg more than 2002 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, 2007 Peugeot 207 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C3. (95 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 207 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C3 | 2007 Peugeot 207 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | C3 | 207 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1319 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 50 L |
