2008 Peugeot 207 vs. 2011 Mazda 2
To start off, 2011 Mazda 2 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Peugeot 207. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Peugeot 207 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Peugeot 207 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Peugeot 207 (119 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2011 Mazda 2. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Peugeot 207 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Peugeot 207 weights approximately 204 kg more than 2011 Mazda 2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Peugeot 207 (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda 2. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Peugeot 207 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda 2. 2011 Mazda 2 has automatic transmission and 2008 Peugeot 207 has manual transmission. 2008 Peugeot 207 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mazda 2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Peugeot 207 | 2011 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Mazda |
| Model | 207 | 2 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1046 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2489 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 43 L |
