2006 Peugeot 307 vs. 2006 Toyota Corolla
To start off, both 2006 Peugeot 307 and 2006 Toyota Corolla were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Corolla (221 HP) has 113 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 307. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 405 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 Corolla (230 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot 307. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Corolla 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 Corolla has manual transmission. 2006 Toyota Corolla 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 Corolla | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 307 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 221 HP |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
