2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2007 Peugeot 307
To start off, both 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata (166 HP) has 58 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 307. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 352 kg more than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Because 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 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 Mazda MX-5 Miata (190 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 307. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 2007 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | 307 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1532 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 60 L |
