1999 Dodge Intrepid vs. 2006 Peugeot 207
To start off, 2006 Peugeot 207 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Dodge Intrepid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Dodge Intrepid would be higher. At 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Intrepid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Intrepid (198 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 207. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Intrepid should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 207. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Intrepid weights approximately 354 kg more than 2006 Peugeot 207. 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, 1999 Dodge Intrepid (257 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot 207. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1999 Dodge Intrepid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Peugeot 207. 1999 Dodge Intrepid has automatic transmission and 2006 Peugeot 207 has manual transmission. 2006 Peugeot 207 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Dodge Intrepid will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Intrepid | 2006 Peugeot 207 | |
| Make | Dodge | Peugeot |
| Model | Intrepid | 207 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1216 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2450 mm |
