2002 Peugeot 406 vs. 2007 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 307 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Peugeot 406 would be higher. At 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Peugeot 406 (152 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 307. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 29 kg more than 2007 Peugeot 307. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Peugeot 307 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Peugeot 406. (210 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Peugeot 406 | 2007 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Peugeot |
| Model | 406 | 307 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2230 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 17.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
