2008 Peugeot 407 vs. 2007 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2008 Peugeot 407 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Peugeot 307. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Peugeot 307 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 307 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2008 Peugeot 407. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 2008 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 108 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Peugeot 307 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Peugeot 407. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Peugeot 407 | 2007 Peugeot 307 | |
Make | Peugeot | Peugeot |
Model | 407 | 307 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 17.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.7 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |