2010 Mazda 3 vs. 2002 Peugeot 807
To start off, 2010 Mazda 3 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Peugeot 807. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Peugeot 807 would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Peugeot 807 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Peugeot 807 (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2010 Mazda 3. (167 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Peugeot 807 should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Peugeot 807 weights approximately 474 kg more than 2010 Mazda 3. 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, 2002 Peugeot 807 (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda 3. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Peugeot 807 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda 3. 2002 Peugeot 807 has automatic transmission and 2010 Mazda 3 has manual transmission. 2010 Mazda 3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Peugeot 807 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mazda 3 | 2002 Peugeot 807 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | 3 | 807 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1363 kg | 1837 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4506 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1755 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1471 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2639 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
