2003 Citroen C3 vs. 2003 Peugeot 307
To start off, both 2003 Citroen C3 and 2003 Peugeot 307 were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Peugeot 307 (177 HP) has 118 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C3. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 437 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 Peugeot 307 (202 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C3. (95 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Citroen C3 | 2003 Peugeot 307 | |
Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
Model | C3 | 307 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 177 HP |
Torque | 95 Nm | 202 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 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 | 1053 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 50 L |