2008 Mazda 6 vs. 2008 Peugeot 307
To start off, both 2008 Mazda 6 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 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda 6 weights approximately 104 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Mazda 6 (380 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Peugeot 307. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda 6 | 2008 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | 6 | 307 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 264 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 88 mm |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
