2000 Lotus GT 1 vs. 2003 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2003 Peugeot 307 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lotus GT 1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lotus GT 1 would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Lotus GT 1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lotus GT 1 (573 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 396 more horse power than 2003 Peugeot 307. (177 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 2003 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 440 kg more than 2000 Lotus GT 1.
Because 2000 Lotus GT 1 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Lotus GT 1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Peugeot 307, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Lotus GT 1 (391 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Peugeot 307. (202 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2000 Lotus GT 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lotus GT 1 | 2003 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Lotus | Peugeot |
| Model | GT 1 | 307 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 573 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2830 mm |
