2007 Peugeot 1007 vs. 2007 Porsche Cayman
To start off, both 2007 Peugeot 1007 and 2007 Porsche Cayman were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,686 cc, 2007 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche Cayman (245 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 1007. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 1007. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 172 kg more than 2007 Peugeot 1007. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Porsche Cayman 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 Porsche Cayman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 1007, 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 Porsche Cayman (273 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 1007. (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 1007.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Peugeot 1007 | 2007 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Peugeot | Porsche |
| Model | 1007 | Cayman |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 2686 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 273 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.4 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1243 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
