2000 Mazda 121 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 Mazda 121. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda 121 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Peugeot 307 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2000 Mazda 121. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 558 kg more than 2000 Mazda 121. 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, 2003 Peugeot 307 (184 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda 121. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda 121. 2003 Peugeot 307 has automatic transmission and 2000 Mazda 121 has manual transmission. 2000 Mazda 121 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Peugeot 307 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda 121 | 2003 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | 121 | 307 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1488 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2610 mm |
