2005 Peugeot 307 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 2 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 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 307. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 104 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Peugeot 307. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Golf 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, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 307. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Peugeot 307 | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
| Model | 307 | Golf |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 207 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 9.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1344 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
