2002 Subaru Outback 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 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Subaru Outback would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Peugeot 407 (209 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2002 Subaru Outback. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 2002 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 197 kg more than 2002 Subaru Outback. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Peugeot 407. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Subaru Outback 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, 2006 Peugeot 407 (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Subaru Outback. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Subaru Outback | 2006 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Subaru | Peugeot |
| Model | Outback | 407 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 66 L |
