2009 Citroen C3 vs. 2007 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2009 Citroen C3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Peugeot 407. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Peugeot 407 would be higher. At 1,748 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 407 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C3. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 390 kg more than 2009 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, 2007 Peugeot 407 (163 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C3. (94 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C3 | 2007 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | C3 | 407 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.2 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 66 L |
