2002 Peugeot 307 vs. 2011 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen T5 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 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen T5 (129 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2002 Peugeot 307. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen T5 should accelerate faster than 2002 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 103 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen T5.
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, 2011 Volkswagen T5 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Peugeot 307. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Peugeot 307 | 2011 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
| Model | 307 | T5 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 80 L |
