2002 Peugeot 307 vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Toyota Corolla is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Peugeot 307. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Peugeot 307 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Corolla (130 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2002 Peugeot 307. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2002 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 243 kg more than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
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, 2002 Peugeot 307 (204 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (171 Nm). This means 2002 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Peugeot 307 | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 307 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 91 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1157 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
