2001 Peugeot 406 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 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Peugeot 406 would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Peugeot 407 (155 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2001 Peugeot 406. (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 2001 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 192 kg more than 2001 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, 2003 Peugeot 407 (205 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Peugeot 406. (181 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2003 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Peugeot 406 | 2003 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Peugeot |
| Model | 406 | 407 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1344 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
