2000 Volkswagen Beetle vs. 2009 Peugeot 607
To start off, 2009 Peugeot 607 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volkswagen Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen Beetle would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2009 Peugeot 607. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 2009 Peugeot 607. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Peugeot 607 weights approximately 372 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen Beetle.
Because 2000 Volkswagen Beetle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Peugeot 607. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Peugeot 607 (320 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Beetle. (305 Nm). This means 2009 Peugeot 607 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Volkswagen Beetle | 2009 Peugeot 607 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Peugeot |
| Model | Beetle | 607 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1293 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
