2009 Citroen C4 vs. 2005 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2009 Citroen C4 is newer by 4 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, 2009 Citroen C4 (112 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 307. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 164 kg more than 2009 Citroen C4.
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 C4 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 307. (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen C4 | 2005 Peugeot 307 | |
Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
Model | C4 | 307 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.6:1 | 17.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1404 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |