2007 Peugeot 307 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 307 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Bora would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Bora (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 307. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 198 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Bora.
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 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Bora. (156 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Peugeot 307 | 2004 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
| Model | 307 | Bora |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 15 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
