2002 Peugeot 807 vs. 2006 Mazda 6
To start off, 2006 Mazda 6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Peugeot 807. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Peugeot 807 would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 6 (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2002 Peugeot 807. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2002 Peugeot 807. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Peugeot 807 weights approximately 435 kg more than 2006 Mazda 6.
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 (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 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 2006 Mazda 6. 2006 Mazda 6 has automatic transmission and 2002 Peugeot 807 has manual transmission. 2002 Peugeot 807 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mazda 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Peugeot 807 | 2006 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Mazda |
| Model | 807 | 6 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2680 mm |
