2005 Citroen C8 vs. 2007 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 307 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Citroen C8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen C8 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 134 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C8 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2007 Peugeot 307.
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 307 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C8. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C8 | 2007 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | C8 | 307 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 17.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 1567 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 60 L |
