2005 Citroen C3 vs. 2007 Peugeot 807
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 807 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 807 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 807 (106 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C3. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 807 should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 807 weights approximately 673 kg more than 2005 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, 2007 Peugeot 807 (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C3. (135 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 807 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C3 | 2007 Peugeot 807 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | C3 | 807 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1743 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 80 L |
