2005 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2005 Peugeot 307

To start off, both 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer and 2005 Peugeot 307 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Peugeot 307 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 285 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. 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, 2005 Peugeot 307 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Mitsubishi Lancer 2005 Peugeot 307
Make Mitsubishi Peugeot
Model Lancer 307
Year Released 2005 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1583 cc 1905 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 97 HP 134 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 138 Nm 190 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4100 RPM
Top Speed 180 km/hour 195 km/hour
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1085 kg 1370 kg
Wheelbase Size 2570 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 60 L


 

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