2009 Citroen C1 vs. 2008 Peugeot 207
To start off, 2009 Citroen C1 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Peugeot 207. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Peugeot 207 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Peugeot 207 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Peugeot 207 (119 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Peugeot 207 should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C1 weights approximately 222 kg more than 2008 Peugeot 207.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Peugeot 207 (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Peugeot 207 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C1 | 2008 Peugeot 207 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | C1 | 207 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 996 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 7.1 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1472 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 49 L |
