2007 Peugeot 307 vs. 2005 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 307 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Peugeot 407. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Peugeot 407 would be higher. Both 2007 Peugeot 307 and 2005 Peugeot 407 are equipped with a 1,997 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 307 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 407. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 174 kg more than 2007 Peugeot 307.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Peugeot 307 (200 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 407. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Peugeot 307 | 2005 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Peugeot |
| Model | 307 | 407 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 66 L |
