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 (135 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 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. 2006 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 92 kg more than 2008 Mazda 5. 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, 2006 Peugeot 307 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 155 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 | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 17.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1567 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
