2005 Honda Z vs. 2001 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2005 Honda Z 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Peugeot 307 (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2005 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 300 kg more than 2005 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Peugeot 307. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Z 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, 2001 Peugeot 307 (202 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Z | 2001 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Z | 307 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 60 L |
