2007 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2007 Peugeot 307
To start off, both 2007 Mercedes-Benz C 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 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 307. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 312 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 Mercedes-Benz C 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 Mercedes-Benz C. 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 Mercedes-Benz C (341 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 307. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | 2007 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Peugeot |
| Model | C | 307 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 341 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 224 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1228 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 60 L |
