2005 Peugeot 307 vs. 2005 Scion tC
To start off, both 2005 Peugeot 307 and 2005 Scion tC were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,361 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Scion tC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Scion tC (158 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 307. (89 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Scion tC should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Scion tC weights approximately 203 kg more than 2005 Peugeot 307. 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 Scion tC (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 307. (134 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 Scion tC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Peugeot 307 | 2005 Scion tC | |
Make | Peugeot | Scion |
Model | 307 | tC |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2361 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1318 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |