2003 Peugeot 407 vs. 2004 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2004 Peugeot 307 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Peugeot 407. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Peugeot 407 would be higher. At 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Peugeot 407 (155 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2004 Peugeot 307. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 2004 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 130 kg more than 2004 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, 2003 Peugeot 407 (218 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Peugeot 307. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Peugeot 407 | 2004 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Peugeot |
| Model | 407 | 307 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2230 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 82 mm |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 66 L |
