2005 Citroen C3 vs. 2002 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2005 Citroen C3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Peugeot 307. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Peugeot 307 would be higher. Both 2005 Citroen C3 and 2002 Peugeot 307 are equipped with a 1,360 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen C3 (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2002 Peugeot 307. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 2002 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 110 kg more than 2005 Citroen C3.
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, 2002 Peugeot 307 (147 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C3. (135 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2002 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C3 | 2002 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | C3 | 307 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2620 mm |
