2005 Peugeot 307 vs. 2005 TVR Speed 12
To start off, both 2005 Peugeot 307 and 2005 TVR Speed 12 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 7,730 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 TVR Speed 12 (790 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 701 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 307. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 410 kg more than 2005 TVR Speed 12.
Because 2005 TVR Speed 12 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 TVR Speed 12. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 307, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 679 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 307. (202 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2005 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Peugeot 307 | 2005 TVR Speed 12 | |
Make | Peugeot | TVR |
Model | 307 | Speed 12 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 7730 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 790 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 202 Nm | 881 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 57 L |