2003 Citroen C 15 vs. 2002 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2003 Citroen C 15 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Peugeot 307. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Peugeot 307 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Peugeot 307 (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 455 kg more than 2003 Citroen C 15. 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 307 (204 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C 15. (111 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen C 15 | 2002 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | C 15 | 307 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |
