2003 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2003 Peugeot 407
To start off, both 2003 Mercedes-Benz E 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 2,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercedes-Benz E (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2003 Peugeot 407. (155 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2003 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 184 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 Mercedes-Benz E 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 Mercedes-Benz E. 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 Mercedes-Benz E (241 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Peugeot 407. (205 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mercedes-Benz E | 2003 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Peugeot |
| Model | E | 407 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2597 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.2 mm | 96 mm |
| Top Speed | 223 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
