2007 Lotus Elise vs. 2007 Peugeot 307
To start off, both 2007 Lotus Elise 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lotus Elise (120 HP) has 12 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 307. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 419 kg more than 2007 Lotus Elise.
Because 2007 Lotus Elise 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 Lotus Elise. 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 Lotus Elise (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 307. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Lotus Elise | 2007 Peugeot 307 | |
Make | Lotus | Peugeot |
Model | Elise | 307 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 108 HP |
Torque | 169 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 78.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.7 seconds | 12 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1204 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 60 L |