2007 Mazda B3000 vs. 2002 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2007 Mazda B3000 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Peugeot 307. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Peugeot 307 would be higher. At 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda B3000 (149 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2002 Peugeot 307. (134 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 2002 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 49 kg more than 2002 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, 2007 Mazda B3000 (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Peugeot 307. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda B3000 | 2002 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | B3000 | 307 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1361 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 60 L |
