2008 Lexus ES vs. 2008 Peugeot 307

To start off, both 2008 Lexus ES and 2008 Peugeot 307 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,441 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Lexus ES is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lexus ES (272 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2008 Peugeot 307. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lexus ES should accelerate faster than 2008 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 11 kg more than 2008 Lexus ES.

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, 2008 Lexus ES (344 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Peugeot 307. (191 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Lexus ES will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Peugeot 307.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Lexus ES 2008 Peugeot 307
Make Lexus Peugeot
Model ES 307
Year Released 2008 2008
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3441 cc 1997 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 272 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 344 Nm 191 Nm
Torque RPM 4700 RPM 4100 RPM
Top Speed 215 km/hour 200 km/hour
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1455 kg 1466 kg
Vehicle Length 4860 mm 4430 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1540 mm
Wheelbase Size 2780 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.7 L/100km 8.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 60 L


 

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