2002 Peugeot 307 vs. 2006 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Swift is newer by 4 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 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Suzuki Swift (91 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2002 Peugeot 307. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Swift should accelerate faster than 2002 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 95 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Swift.
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 (120 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Swift. (116 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2002 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Peugeot 307 | 2006 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Peugeot | Suzuki |
| Model | 307 | Swift |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 69.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
