2004 Peugeot 307 vs. 2011 Cadillac SRX

To start off, 2011 Cadillac SRX is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Peugeot 307. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Peugeot 307 would be higher. At 2,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac SRX (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2004 Peugeot 307. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2004 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 730 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.

Because 2011 Cadillac SRX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Peugeot 307. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac SRX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Cadillac SRX (400 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Peugeot 307. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Peugeot 307. 2011 Cadillac SRX has automatic transmission and 2004 Peugeot 307 has manual transmission. 2004 Peugeot 307 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Cadillac SRX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Peugeot 307 2011 Cadillac SRX
Make Peugeot Cadillac
Model 307 SRX
Year Released 2004 2011
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1587 cc 2800 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 118 HP 300 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 240 Nm 400 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 1850 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front AWD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1260 kg 1990 kg
Vehicle Length 4210 mm 4834 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1520 mm 1669 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2807 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 79 L


 

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