2003 Peugeot 307 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Peugeot 307. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Peugeot 307 would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Peugeot 307 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Touran. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 228 kg more than 2003 Peugeot 307.
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, 2005 Volkswagen Touran (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Peugeot 307. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Peugeot 307 | 2005 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
Model | 307 | Touran |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1578 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |