2005 Peugeot 307 SW 1.6 HDi FAP vs. 2005 Peugeot 307 2.0 XS Automatic
To start off, both 2005 Peugeot 307 SW 1.6 HDi FAP and 2005 Peugeot 307 2.0 XS Automatic were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Peugeot 307 2.0 XS Automatic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Peugeot 307 2.0 XS Automatic (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 307 SW 1.6 HDi FAP. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 307 2.0 XS Automatic should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 307 SW 1.6 HDi FAP. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 307 SW 1.6 HDi FAP weights approximately 242 kg more than 2005 Peugeot 307 2.0 XS Automatic.
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 SW 1.6 HDi FAP (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 307 2.0 XS Automatic. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 307 SW 1.6 HDi FAP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 307 2.0 XS Automatic. 2005 Peugeot 307 2.0 XS Automatic has automatic transmission and 2005 Peugeot 307 SW 1.6 HDi FAP has manual transmission. 2005 Peugeot 307 SW 1.6 HDi FAP will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Peugeot 307 2.0 XS Automatic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Peugeot 307 SW 1.6 HDi FAP | 2005 Peugeot 307 2.0 XS Automatic | |
| Make | Peugeot | Peugeot |
| Model | 307 | 307 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1168 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
