2003 Peugeot 407 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 7 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2003 Peugeot 407. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2003 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 320 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.
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, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Peugeot 407. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Peugeot 407 | 2010 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
| Model | 407 | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1403 kg | 1723 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1904 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2919 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.4 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.4 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
