1997 Peugeot 806 vs. 2007 Peugeot 607
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 607 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Peugeot 806. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Peugeot 806 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 607 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 607 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1997 Peugeot 806. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 607 should accelerate faster than 1997 Peugeot 806. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 607 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1997 Peugeot 806. 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 607 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Peugeot 806. (153 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 607 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Peugeot 806.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Peugeot 806 | 2007 Peugeot 607 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Peugeot |
| Model | 806 | 607 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1762 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2810 mm |
