2002 Mazda 6 vs. 2006 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2006 Peugeot 407 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Peugeot 407 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2002 Mazda 6. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 279 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, 2006 Peugeot 407 (371 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda 6. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mazda 6 | 2006 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | 6 | 407 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1840 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 371 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1699 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 66 L |
