2004 Oldsmobile Aurora vs. 2002 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2004 Oldsmobile Aurora is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Peugeot 307. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Peugeot 307 would be higher. At 3,994 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Oldsmobile Aurora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Oldsmobile Aurora (247 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2002 Peugeot 307. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Oldsmobile Aurora should accelerate faster than 2002 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Oldsmobile Aurora weights approximately 585 kg more than 2002 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, 2004 Oldsmobile Aurora (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Peugeot 307. (120 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Oldsmobile Aurora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Peugeot 307. 2004 Oldsmobile Aurora has automatic transmission and 2002 Peugeot 307 has manual transmission. 2002 Peugeot 307 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Oldsmobile Aurora will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Oldsmobile Aurora | 2002 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Peugeot |
| Model | Aurora | 307 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3994 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2620 mm |
