1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 vs. 2005 Peugeot 807
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 807 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 (296 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 807. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 807.
Because 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 807, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 (410 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 807. (385 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 807.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 | 2005 Peugeot 807 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Peugeot |
| Model | 420 | 807 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 80 L |
