2007 Citroen C3 vs. 2008 Peugeot 1007
To start off, 2008 Peugeot 1007 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Citroen C3 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) has 36 more horse power than 2008 Peugeot 1007. (72 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 2008 Peugeot 1007. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Peugeot 1007 weights approximately 157 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, 2007 Citroen C3 (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Peugeot 1007. (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Peugeot 1007.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C3 | 2008 Peugeot 1007 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | C3 | 1007 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| 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 | 72 HP |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 14.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1058 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 40 L |
