2008 Peugeot 307 vs. 2008 Subaru Forester
To start off, both 2008 Peugeot 307 and 2008 Subaru Forester were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Forester (175 HP) has 67 more horse power than 2008 Peugeot 307. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2008 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Forester weights approximately 234 kg more than 2008 Peugeot 307. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Peugeot 307. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. 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 Subaru Forester (245 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Peugeot 307. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Peugeot 307 | 2008 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Peugeot | Subaru |
| Model | 307 | Forester |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 175 HP |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 8.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1251 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
