2002 Toyota Solara vs. 2001 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2002 Toyota Solara is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Peugeot 307. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Peugeot 307 would be higher. At 2,438 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Solara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Solara (162 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2001 Peugeot 307. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Solara should accelerate faster than 2001 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Solara weights approximately 205 kg more than 2001 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, 2002 Toyota Solara (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Peugeot 307. (148 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Solara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Peugeot 307. 2001 Peugeot 307 has automatic transmission and 2002 Toyota Solara has manual transmission. 2002 Toyota Solara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Peugeot 307 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Toyota Solara | 2001 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Toyota | Peugeot |
| Model | Solara | 307 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2438 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.5 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2620 mm |
