2008 Honda HR-V vs. 2007 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2008 Honda HR-V 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 39 kg more than 2008 Honda HR-V.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Peugeot 307 (200 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda HR-V. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda HR-V. 2007 Peugeot 307 has automatic transmission and 2008 Honda HR-V has manual transmission. 2008 Honda HR-V will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Peugeot 307 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda HR-V | 2007 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | HR-V | 307 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 1296 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
