2003 Citroen C3 vs. 2007 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 307 is newer by 4 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 307 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C3. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 439 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, 2007 Peugeot 307 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C3. (120 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | C3 | 307 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 207 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.4 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1097 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.2 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
