2002 Mazda 6 vs. 2002 Peugeot 807

To start off, both 2002 Mazda 6 and 2002 Peugeot 807 were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Peugeot 807 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Peugeot 807 (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2002 Mazda 6. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Peugeot 807 should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Peugeot 807 weights approximately 412 kg more than 2002 Mazda 6. 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, 2002 Peugeot 807 (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda 6. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Peugeot 807 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda 6.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Mazda 6 2002 Peugeot 807
Make Mazda Peugeot
Model 6 807
Year Released 2002 2002
Body Type Sedan Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1997 cc 2946 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 201 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 181 Nm 285 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 3750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 87.5 mm 87 mm
Engine Stroke Size 83.1 mm 82.6 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1425 kg 1837 kg
Vehicle Length 4710 mm 4730 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1760 mm
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 2830 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 80 L