2007 Citroen C5 vs. 2007 Peugeot 307
To start off, both 2007 Citroen C5 and 2007 Peugeot 307 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Citroen C5 (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 307. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C5 weights approximately 303 kg more than 2007 Peugeot 307. 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 Citroen C5 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 307. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 307. 2007 Citroen C5 has automatic transmission and 2007 Peugeot 307 has manual transmission. 2007 Peugeot 307 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Citroen C5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Citroen C5 | 2007 Peugeot 307 | |
Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
Model | C5 | 307 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2179 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 17.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 199 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.3 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |