2003 Jaguar R-D6 vs. 2003 Peugeot 407
To start off, both 2003 Jaguar R-D6 and 2003 Peugeot 407 were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Jaguar R-D6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jaguar R-D6 (230 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2003 Peugeot 407. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jaguar R-D6 should accelerate faster than 2003 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Jaguar R-D6 weights approximately 45 kg more than 2003 Peugeot 407. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Jaguar R-D6 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Jaguar R-D6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Peugeot 407, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2003 Jaguar R-D6 (500 Nm) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Peugeot 407. (163 Nm). This means 2003 Jaguar R-D6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Jaguar R-D6 | 2003 Peugeot 407 | |
Make | Jaguar | Peugeot |
Model | R-D6 | 407 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2720 cc | 1747 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 163 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 81.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2160 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2850 mm |