1999 Peugeot 406 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Peugeot 406 would be higher. At 1,966 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1999 Peugeot 406. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1999 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 272 kg more than 1999 Peugeot 406. 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 Volkswagen Passat (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Peugeot 406. (164 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Peugeot 406 | 2007 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
| Model | 406 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1768 cc | 1966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 191 km/hour | 223 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1532 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
