2009 Citroen C3 vs. 2006 Peugeot 207
To start off, 2009 Citroen C3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Peugeot 207. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Peugeot 207 would be higher. At 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C3 (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 207. (88 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 207.
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, 2009 Citroen C3 (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot 207. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Peugeot 207.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C3 | 2006 Peugeot 207 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | C3 | 207 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
