2007 Citroen C8 vs. 2007 Peugeot 307
To start off, both 2007 Citroen C8 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 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Citroen C8 (156 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 307. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C8 weights approximately 81 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 Peugeot 307 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C8. (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C8.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Citroen C8 | 2007 Peugeot 307 | |
Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
Model | C8 | 307 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2230 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 17.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1648 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 Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |