2006 Mazda 6 vs. 2007 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 307 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 307 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2006 Mazda 6. (119 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda 6 weights approximately 170 kg more than 2007 Peugeot 307.
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, 2006 Mazda 6 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 307. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda 6 | 2007 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | 6 | 307 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 189 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |
