2004 Citroen C3 vs. 2010 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2010 Peugeot 407 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Peugeot 407 (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C3. (72 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 69 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, 2010 Peugeot 407 (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C3. (116 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2010 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 | 2010 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | C3 | 407 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1204 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 67 L |
