2004 Peugeot 407 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Peugeot 407. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Peugeot 407 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Golf (266 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2004 Peugeot 407. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2004 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 59 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 2012 Volkswagen Golf is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Peugeot 407. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Golf will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Volkswagen Golf (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Peugeot 407. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Peugeot 407 | 2012 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
Model | 407 | Golf |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 5.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1521 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4213 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1501 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 55 L |