2001 Peugeot 307 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Transporter
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Peugeot 307. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Peugeot 307 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2001 Peugeot 307. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter should accelerate faster than 2001 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 98 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Transporter.
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, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Peugeot 307. (202 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Transporter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Peugeot 307 | 2006 Volkswagen Transporter | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
| Model | 307 | Transporter |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 202 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 19.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1162 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
