2008 Peugeot 307 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, both 2008 Peugeot 307 and 2008 Volkswagen Polo were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Peugeot 307 (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 292 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. 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, 2008 Peugeot 307 (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. (131 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Peugeot 307 | 2008 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
Model | 307 | Polo |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 178 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 12.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 1112 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |