2005 Peugeot 307 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 2005 Peugeot 307 and 2005 Volkswagen Golf 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 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Peugeot 307 (296 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 84 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 Volkswagen Golf. 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 408 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (172 Nm). This means 2005 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Peugeot 307 | 2005 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
Model | 307 | Golf |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 580 Nm | 172 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1314 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |