2006 Peugeot 307 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Peugeot 307. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Peugeot 307 would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Touran (138 HP) has 30 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 307. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 16 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Touran.
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, 2012 Volkswagen Touran (220 Nm @ 1550 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot 307. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Peugeot 307 | 2012 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
| Model | 307 | Touran |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1550 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 191 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1532 kg | 1516 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
