2002 Peugeot 307 vs. 2011 Mazda 2
To start off, 2011 Mazda 2 is newer by 9 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, 2011 Mazda 2 (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2002 Peugeot 307. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 2 should accelerate faster than 2002 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 354 kg more than 2011 Mazda 2.
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 @ 1900 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda 2. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Peugeot 307 | 2011 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Mazda |
| Model | 307 | 2 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1046 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2489 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 43 L |
