2007 Peugeot 307 vs. 1996 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 307 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 307 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Carina. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 158 kg more than 1996 Toyota Carina. 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 Peugeot 307 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Carina. (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Peugeot 307 | 1996 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 307 | Carina |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 59 L |
