2005 Ford Fiesta vs. 2001 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2005 Ford Fiesta is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Peugeot 307. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Peugeot 307 would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Peugeot 307 (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 196 kg more than 2005 Ford Fiesta. 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, 2001 Peugeot 307 (148 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Fiesta | 2001 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Fiesta | 307 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 994 kg | 1190 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 60 L |
