2000 Mazda Protege vs. 2006 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2006 Peugeot 307 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda Protege. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda Protege would be higher. At 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mazda Protege is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Peugeot 307 (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Protege. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Protege. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda Protege weights approximately 905 kg more than 2006 Peugeot 307.
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, 2000 Mazda Protege (164 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot 307. (148 Nm). This means 2000 Mazda Protege will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda Protege | 2006 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | Protege | 307 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1839 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 186 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2610 mm |
