2007 Peugeot 307 vs. 2004 Vauxhall Monaro
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 307 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Vauxhall Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Vauxhall Monaro would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Vauxhall Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro (329 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 307. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Vauxhall Monaro weights approximately 359 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro (465 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 307. (200 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2004 Vauxhall Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 307. 2007 Peugeot 307 has automatic transmission and 2004 Vauxhall Monaro has manual transmission. 2004 Vauxhall Monaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Peugeot 307 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Peugeot 307 | 2004 Vauxhall Monaro | |
| Make | Peugeot | Vauxhall |
| Model | 307 | Monaro |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 329 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 465 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2800 mm |
