1992 Mercury Capri vs. 2007 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 407 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mercury Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mercury Capri would be higher. At 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 407 (156 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1992 Mercury Capri. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 1992 Mercury Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 455 kg more than 1992 Mercury Capri. 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, 2007 Peugeot 407 (220 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mercury Capri. (130 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mercury Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Mercury Capri | 2007 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Mercury | Peugeot |
| Model | Capri | 407 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2730 mm |
