2002 Mazda 6 vs. 2008 Peugeot 807
To start off, 2008 Peugeot 807 is newer by 6 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Peugeot 807 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Peugeot 807 (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2002 Mazda 6. (164 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Peugeot 807 should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Peugeot 807 weights approximately 294 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.
Because 2002 Mazda 6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Peugeot 807. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Mazda 6 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, 2008 Peugeot 807 (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda 6. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Peugeot 807 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | 6 | 807 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.6 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1784 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 |
