2007 Peugeot 307 vs. 2011 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2011 Toyota Venza is newer by 4 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Venza (182 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 307. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Venza weights approximately 478 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, 2011 Toyota Venza (246 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 307. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 307. 2011 Toyota Venza has automatic transmission and 2007 Peugeot 307 has manual transmission. 2007 Peugeot 307 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Peugeot 307 | 2011 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 307 | Venza |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1228 kg | 1706 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4801 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 67 L |
