2003 Peugeot 407 vs. 2006 Peugeot 807
To start off, 2006 Peugeot 807 is newer by 3 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 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Peugeot 407 (155 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 807. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 807. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Peugeot 807 weights approximately 227 kg more than 2003 Peugeot 407.
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, 2006 Peugeot 807 (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Peugeot 407. (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2006 Peugeot 807 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Peugeot 407. 2003 Peugeot 407 has automatic transmission and 2006 Peugeot 807 has manual transmission. 2006 Peugeot 807 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 | 2006 Peugeot 807 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Peugeot |
| Model | 407 | 807 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1516 kg | 1743 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
