2006 Peugeot 307 vs. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2006 Peugeot 307 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg (217 HP) has 109 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 307. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 959 kg more than 2006 Peugeot 307. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Peugeot 307. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg (306 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot 307. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Peugeot 307 | 2002 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
Model | 307 | Touareg |
Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 3189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 217 HP |
Torque | 147 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 95.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1251 kg | 2210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 100 L |