2003 Citroen C3 vs. 2008 Peugeot 207
To start off, 2008 Peugeot 207 is newer by 5 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Peugeot 207 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Peugeot 207 (119 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Peugeot 207 should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Peugeot 207 weights approximately 112 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Peugeot 207 (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C3. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Peugeot 207 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen C3 | 2008 Peugeot 207 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | C3 | 207 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 7.1 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1138 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 49 L |
