2007 Peugeot 307 vs. 2000 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 307 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 TVR Speed 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 TVR Speed 12 would be higher. At 7,730 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 TVR Speed 12 (790 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 615 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 307. (175 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 513 kg more than 2000 TVR Speed 12.
Because 2000 TVR Speed 12 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 2000 TVR Speed 12. 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, 2000 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 679 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 307. (202 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2000 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Peugeot 307 | 2000 TVR Speed 12 | |
| Make | Peugeot | TVR |
| Model | 307 | Speed 12 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 7730 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 790 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 202 Nm | 881 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1513 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 57 L |
