2004 Peugeot 307 vs. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2004 Peugeot 307 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg (306 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2004 Peugeot 307. (297 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2004 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1170 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 four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 Peugeot 307 (580 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. (410 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volkswagen Touareg.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Peugeot 307 | 2003 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
Model | 307 | Touareg |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 4172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 297 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 580 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 2400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2860 mm |