2007 Peugeot 307 vs. 2009 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2009 Porsche Cayman is newer by 2 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 3,385 cc, 2009 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Cayman (291 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 307. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 234 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Porsche Cayman (340 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 307. (200 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Peugeot 307 | 2009 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Peugeot | Porsche |
| Model | 307 | Cayman |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3385 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 96.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 267 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
