2005 Peugeot 307 vs. 2011 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2011 Toyota Corolla is newer by 6 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Corolla (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 307. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 155 kg more than 2011 Toyota Corolla.
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 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Corolla. (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Corolla. 2011 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 2005 Peugeot 307 has manual transmission. 2005 Peugeot 307 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Peugeot 307 | 2011 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 307 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4554 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
