2009 Peugeot 307 vs. 2010 Mazda 6
To start off, 2010 Mazda 6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Peugeot 307. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Peugeot 307 would be higher. At 2,183 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda 6 (127 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2009 Peugeot 307. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda 6 weights approximately 314 kg more than 2009 Peugeot 307. 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, 2010 Mazda 6 (340 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Peugeot 307. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Peugeot 307 | 2010 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Mazda |
| Model | 307 | 6 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2183 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
