2005 Nissan 350Z vs. 2005 Peugeot 307
To start off, both 2005 Nissan 350Z 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Peugeot 307 (296 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2005 Nissan 350Z. (287 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan 350Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 239 kg more than 2005 Peugeot 307.
Because 2005 Peugeot 307 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Nissan 350Z. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 307 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, 2005 Peugeot 307 (580 Nm) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan 350Z. (354 Nm). This means 2005 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan 350Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan 350Z | 2005 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | 350Z | 307 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 287 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 354 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1469 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2620 mm |
