2001 Peugeot 307 vs. 2001 Peugeot 406

To start off, both 2001 Peugeot 307 and 2001 Peugeot 406 were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Peugeot 406 (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2001 Peugeot 307. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 2001 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 129 kg more than 2001 Peugeot 307. 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, 2001 Peugeot 307 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Peugeot 406. (181 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2001 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Peugeot 406.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Peugeot 307 2001 Peugeot 406
Make Peugeot Peugeot
Model 307 406
Year Released 2001 2001
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1995 cc 1997 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 134 HP 136 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 190 Nm 181 Nm
Torque RPM 4100 RPM 4100 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 10.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1215 kg 1344 kg
Vehicle Length 4210 mm 4580 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1520 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2610 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 70 L


 

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