1999 Dodge Avenger vs. 2007 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 407 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Dodge Avenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Dodge Avenger would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 407 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1999 Dodge Avenger. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 1999 Dodge Avenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 329 kg more than 1999 Dodge Avenger. 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 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Dodge Avenger. (180 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Dodge Avenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Avenger | 2007 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Dodge | Peugeot |
| Model | Avenger | 407 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1699 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 66 L |
