2005 Peugeot 307 vs. 2006 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2006 Toyota Prius is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Peugeot 307. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Peugeot 307 would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Prius (110 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 307. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Prius should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 94 kg more than 2006 Toyota Prius.
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 (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Prius. (111 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Peugeot 307 | 2006 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 307 | Prius |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1344 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
