2007 Dodge Viper vs. 2007 Peugeot 307

To start off, both 2007 Dodge Viper and 2007 Peugeot 307 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Viper (493 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 355 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 307. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Viper weights approximately 132 kg more than 2007 Peugeot 307. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 Dodge Viper is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Dodge Viper. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 307, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 511 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 307. (201 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 307.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Dodge Viper 2007 Peugeot 307
Make Dodge Peugeot
Model Viper 307
Year Released 2007 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 8277 cc 1997 cc
Engine Cylinders 10 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 493 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 712 Nm 201 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 102.4 mm 85 mm
Engine Stroke Size 100.6 mm 88 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 306 km/hour 200 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 4.2 seconds 10.7 seconds
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1523 kg 1391 kg
Vehicle Length 4470 mm 3440 mm
Vehicle Width 1920 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1220 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2520 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 19.4 L/100km 7.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 60 L


 

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