2005 Citroen C1 vs. 2007 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 407 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Citroen C1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen C1 would be higher. At 2,177 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 407 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 875 kg more than 2005 Citroen C1. 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 407 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen C1 | 2007 Peugeot 407 | |
Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
Model | C1 | 407 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 2177 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 16.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 221 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 66 L |