2007 Peugeot 307 vs. 2008 Seat Altea
To start off, 2008 Seat Altea is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Peugeot 307. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Peugeot 307 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 307 (176 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2008 Seat Altea. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Altea weights approximately 106 kg more than 2007 Peugeot 307.
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 (202 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Seat Altea. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Seat Altea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Peugeot 307 | 2008 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Peugeot | Seat |
| Model | 307 | Altea |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 202 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1559 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
