2006 Peugeot 307 vs. 2006 Toyota Camry

To start off, both 2006 Peugeot 307 and 2006 Toyota Camry were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Camry (157 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 307. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Camry weights approximately 475 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.

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 Toyota Camry (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot 307. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Peugeot 307. 2006 Peugeot 307 has automatic transmission and 2006 Toyota Camry has manual transmission. 2006 Toyota Camry will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Peugeot 307 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Peugeot 307 2006 Toyota Camry
Make Peugeot Toyota
Model 307 Camry
Year Released 2006 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1587 cc 2360 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 108 HP 157 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 148 Nm 220 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 78.5 mm 88.6 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82 mm 96 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Doors 3 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 880 kg 1355 kg
Vehicle Length 4770 mm 4900 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2730 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.9 L/100km 8.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 70 L


 

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