2007 Peugeot 307 vs. 2012 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2012 Kia Cee'd is newer by 5 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Cee'd (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 307. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 161 kg more than 2012 Kia Cee'd.
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 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Cee'd. (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Peugeot 307 | 2012 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Peugeot | Kia |
| Model | 307 | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1498 kg | 1337 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 53 L |
