2003 Mazda 6 vs. 2005 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 407 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Peugeot 407 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2003 Mazda 6. (119 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 139 kg more than 2003 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, 2005 Peugeot 407 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda 6. (186 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mazda 6 | 2005 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | 6 | 407 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1840 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1559 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 66 L |
