2006 Peugeot 307 vs. 2003 Toyota Echo
To start off, 2006 Peugeot 307 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Echo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Echo would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Echo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Echo (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 307. (88 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Echo should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 273 kg more than 2003 Toyota Echo.
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, 2003 Toyota Echo (142 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot 307. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Echo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Peugeot 307. 2003 Toyota Echo has automatic transmission and 2006 Peugeot 307 has manual transmission. 2006 Peugeot 307 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Toyota Echo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Peugeot 307 | 2003 Toyota Echo | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 307 | Echo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 84.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1228 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
