2009 Mazda 2 vs. 2007 Peugeot 1007
To start off, 2009 Mazda 2 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Peugeot 1007. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Peugeot 1007 would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 2 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 1007. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 2 should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 1007. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 1007 weights approximately 203 kg more than 2009 Mazda 2.
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, 2009 Mazda 2 (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 1007. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 1007.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda 2 | 2007 Peugeot 1007 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | 2 | 1007 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 173 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 13.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1163 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 40 L |
