2000 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 2002 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2002 Peugeot 307 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier would be higher. At 2,190 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2002 Peugeot 307. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier should accelerate faster than 2002 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 213 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier.
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, 2002 Peugeot 307 (204 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier. (176 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier | 2002 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
| Model | Cavalier | 307 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2190 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 60 L |
