2005 Peugeot 307 vs. 2008 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2008 Toyota iQ is newer by 3 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Peugeot 307 (296 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 2008 Toyota iQ. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 370 kg more than 2008 Toyota iQ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Peugeot 307 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Toyota iQ. 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 @ 3500 RPM) has 482 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota iQ. (98 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota iQ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Peugeot 307 | 2008 Toyota iQ | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 307 | iQ |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 2985 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2000 mm |
