2005 Citroen C3 vs. 2005 Peugeot 307
To start off, both 2005 Citroen C3 and 2005 Peugeot 307 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen C3 (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 307. (74 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 156 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, 2005 Citroen C3 (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 307. (122 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 307. 2005 Citroen C3 has automatic transmission and 2005 Peugeot 307 has manual transmission. 2005 Peugeot 307 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Citroen C3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen C3 | 2005 Peugeot 307 | |
Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
Model | C3 | 307 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5650 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1146 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |