2008 Peugeot 308 vs. 2008 Peugeot 1007

To start off, both 2008 Peugeot 308 and 2008 Peugeot 1007 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Peugeot 1007 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Peugeot 308 (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2008 Peugeot 1007. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Peugeot 308 should accelerate faster than 2008 Peugeot 1007. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Peugeot 308 weights approximately 95 kg more than 2008 Peugeot 1007. 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 1007 (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Peugeot 308. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Peugeot 1007 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Peugeot 308.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Peugeot 308 2008 Peugeot 1007
Make Peugeot Peugeot
Model 308 1007
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Hatchback Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1397 cc 1398 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 94 HP 67 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 135 Nm 160 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 77 mm 73.7 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75 mm 82 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 18.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Top Speed 182 km/hour 160 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 12.7 seconds 15.4 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1338 kg 1243 kg
Vehicle Length 4280 mm 3740 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1670 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1630 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2320 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.5 L/100km 4.7 L/100km


 

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