2003 Peugeot 407 vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Peugeot 407. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Peugeot 407 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 2003 Peugeot 407. (155 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2003 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 191 kg more than 2005 Porsche 911.
Because 2005 Porsche 911 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 2005 Porsche 911. 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (560 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Peugeot 407. (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Peugeot 407 | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Porsche |
| Model | 407 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2230 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 293 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1571 kg | 1380 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 13.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |
