2008 Citroen C2 vs. 2010 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2010 Peugeot 307 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Citroen C2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Citroen C2 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C2 (126 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2010 Peugeot 307. (116 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C2 should accelerate faster than 2010 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 423 kg more than 2008 Citroen C2.
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, 2010 Peugeot 307 (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C2. (143 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C2 | 2010 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | C2 | 307 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.6 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 10.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1468 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 50 L |
