2008 Mazda 5 vs. 2006 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2008 Mazda 5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Peugeot 307. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Peugeot 307 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Peugeot 307 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2008 Mazda 5. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda 5 weights approximately 65 kg more than 2006 Peugeot 307.
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, 2006 Peugeot 307 (321 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda 5. (165 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda 5 | 2006 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | 5 | 307 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
