2007 Peugeot 307 vs. 2007 Peugeot 407
To start off, both 2007 Peugeot 307 and 2007 Peugeot 407 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 407 (134 HP) has 26 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 307. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 71 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.
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 407 (290 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 307. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Peugeot 307 | 2007 Peugeot 407 | |
Make | Peugeot | Peugeot |
Model | 307 | 407 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 134 HP |
Torque | 147 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1344 kg | 1415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 66 L |