2001 Volkswagen Bora vs. 2009 Peugeot 607
To start off, 2009 Peugeot 607 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volkswagen Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volkswagen Bora would be higher. At 2,324 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen Bora (169 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2009 Peugeot 607. (161 HP @ 5875 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 2009 Peugeot 607. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Peugeot 607 weights approximately 185 kg more than 2001 Volkswagen Bora.
Because 2001 Volkswagen Bora 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, 2001 Volkswagen Bora 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, 2001 Volkswagen Bora (225 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Peugeot 607. (220 Nm @ 4150 RPM). This means 2001 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Peugeot 607.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Volkswagen Bora | 2009 Peugeot 607 | |
Make | Volkswagen | Peugeot |
Model | Bora | 607 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2324 cc | 2228 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 169 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5875 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4150 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2810 mm |