2007 Citroen C3 vs. 2008 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2008 Peugeot 307 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 202 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, 2008 Peugeot 307 (205 Nm @ 1705 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C3. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C3 | 2008 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | C3 | 307 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1705 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 13.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1058 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
