2008 Citroen C3 vs. 2005 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2008 Citroen C3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Peugeot 307. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Peugeot 307 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Peugeot 307 (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C3. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 325 kg more than 2008 Citroen C3. 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, 2005 Peugeot 307 (202 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C3. (94 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C3 | 2005 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | C3 | 307 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 148 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.9 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
