2007 Peugeot 307 vs. 2007 Porsche Boxster
To start off, both 2007 Peugeot 307 and 2007 Porsche Boxster were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche Boxster (237 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 307. (175 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 218 kg more than 2007 Porsche Boxster.
Because 2007 Porsche Boxster is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Porsche Boxster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 307, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Porsche Boxster (270 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 307. (202 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Peugeot 307 | 2007 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Peugeot | Porsche |
Model | 307 | Boxster |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 202 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 256 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10 seconds | 6.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1513 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |