2001 Mazda 6 vs. 2003 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2003 Peugeot 407 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda 6 (164 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2003 Peugeot 407. (155 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2003 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 65 kg more than 2001 Mazda 6.
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, 2003 Peugeot 407 (218 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda 6. (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda 6 | 2003 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | 6 | 407 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 207 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 96 mm |
| Top Speed | 211 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.2 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 12.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 45 L |
