2003 Citroen C3 vs. 2005 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 407 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Peugeot 407 (156 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C3. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 483 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, 2005 Peugeot 407 (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C3. (111 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen C3 | 2005 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | C3 | 407 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.3 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1053 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 66 L |
