2009 Mazda 2 vs. 2006 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2009 Mazda 2 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Peugeot 307. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Peugeot 307 would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Peugeot 307 (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 2. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 2 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Peugeot 307 (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 2. (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 2. 2006 Peugeot 307 has automatic transmission and 2009 Mazda 2 has manual transmission. 2009 Mazda 2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Peugeot 307 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda 2 | 2006 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | 2 | 307 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 186 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 14 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 60 L |
