2005 Peugeot 307 vs. 2005 Toyota Soarer

To start off, both 2005 Peugeot 307 and 2005 Toyota Soarer were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,292 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Soarer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Soarer (276 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 307. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Soarer should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Soarer weights approximately 537 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 Toyota Soarer (430 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 307. (148 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Soarer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 307. 2005 Toyota Soarer has automatic transmission and 2005 Peugeot 307 has manual transmission. 2005 Peugeot 307 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Toyota Soarer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Peugeot 307 2005 Toyota Soarer
Make Peugeot Toyota
Model 307 Soarer
Year Released 2005 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1587 cc 4292 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 108 HP 276 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 148 Nm 430 Nm
Torque RPM 3900 RPM 3400 RPM
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1193 kg 1730 kg
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2630 mm


 

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