2003 Peugeot 407 vs. 2003 Vauxhall VX220
To start off, both 2003 Peugeot 407 and 2003 Vauxhall VX220 were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Peugeot 407 (207 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2003 Vauxhall VX220. (146 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 2003 Vauxhall VX220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 715 kg more than 2003 Vauxhall VX220. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Vauxhall VX220 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 Vauxhall VX220. 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 Peugeot 407 (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Vauxhall VX220. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Vauxhall VX220. 2003 Peugeot 407 has automatic transmission and 2003 Vauxhall VX220 has manual transmission. 2003 Vauxhall VX220 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Peugeot 407 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Peugeot 407 | 2003 Vauxhall VX220 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Vauxhall |
| Model | 407 | VX220 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 54 L |
