2008 Citroen C3 vs. 2008 Peugeot 407
To start off, both 2008 Citroen C3 and 2008 Peugeot 407 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Peugeot 407 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C3. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 496 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, 2008 Peugeot 407 (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C3. (147 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Citroen C3 | 2008 Peugeot 407 | |
Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
Model | C3 | 407 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.4 seconds | 11.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1022 kg | 1518 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.4 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 66 L |