1997 Lexus ES vs. 2006 Peugeot 607
To start off, 2006 Peugeot 607 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Lexus ES. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Lexus ES would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Lexus ES is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lexus ES (210 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 607. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lexus ES should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 607. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Peugeot 607 weights approximately 268 kg more than 1997 Lexus ES.
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, 2006 Peugeot 607 (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lexus ES. (304 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Peugeot 607 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lexus ES.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Lexus ES | 2006 Peugeot 607 | |
Make | Lexus | Peugeot |
Model | ES | 607 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2718 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1798 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2810 mm |