2003 Lexus ES vs. 2007 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 307 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lexus ES. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lexus ES would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Lexus ES is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lexus ES (208 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 307. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lexus ES should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lexus ES weights approximately 264 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Lexus ES (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 307. (200 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2003 Lexus ES will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lexus ES | 2007 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Lexus | Peugeot |
| Model | ES | 307 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |
