2007 Peugeot 307 vs. 2006 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 307 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 307 (108 HP) has 23 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Yaris. (85 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 322 kg more than 2006 Toyota Yaris. 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 (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Yaris. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Peugeot 307 | 2006 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 307 | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 85 HP |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1532 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 42 L |
