2004 Peugeot 407 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Polo 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 1,749 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Peugeot 407 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Polo. (104 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 367 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Polo. 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, 2012 Volkswagen Polo (175 Nm @ 1550 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Peugeot 407. (164 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Polo 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 Polo | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
| Model | 407 | Polo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1550 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.7 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1088 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1682 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
