2007 Citroen C3 vs. 2005 Peugeot 1007
To start off, 2007 Citroen C3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Peugeot 1007. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Peugeot 1007 would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Citroen C3 (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 1007. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 1007. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 1007 weights approximately 185 kg more than 2007 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 Peugeot 1007 (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C3. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 1007 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C3 | 2005 Peugeot 1007 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | C3 | 1007 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 17 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1058 kg | 1243 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 40 L |
