2005 Peugeot 307 vs. 2006 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2006 Toyota Yaris 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 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Yaris (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 307. (74 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 64 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 Peugeot 307 (122 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Yaris. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Peugeot 307 | 2006 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 307 | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 42 L |
