2008 Mazda 3 vs. 2005 Peugeot 107
To start off, 2008 Mazda 3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Peugeot 107. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Peugeot 107 would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda 3 (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 107. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 107. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda 3 weights approximately 539 kg more than 2005 Peugeot 107. 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, 2008 Mazda 3 (183 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 107. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 107.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda 3 | 2005 Peugeot 107 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | 3 | 107 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.4 L/100km | 4.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 35 L |
