2002 Peugeot 307 vs. 2011 Mazda B4000
To start off, 2011 Mazda B4000 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 4,034 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mazda B4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda B4000 (207 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2002 Peugeot 307. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda B4000 should accelerate faster than 2002 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 220 kg more than 2011 Mazda B4000.
Because 2011 Mazda B4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Peugeot 307. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mazda B4000 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Mazda B4000 (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Peugeot 307. (204 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda B4000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Peugeot 307 | 2011 Mazda B4000 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Mazda |
| Model | 307 | B4000 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 4034 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 74 L |
