2004 Citroen C3 vs. 2004 Peugeot 407
To start off, both 2004 Citroen C3 and 2004 Peugeot 407 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Peugeot 407 (108 HP) has 36 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C3. (72 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 360 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Peugeot 407 (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C3. (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2004 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Citroen C3 | 2004 Peugeot 407 | |
Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
Model | C3 | 407 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1359 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 108 HP |
Torque | 118 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 88.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.2 seconds | 12.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 66 L |