2005 Mazda MPV vs. 2005 Peugeot 407
To start off, both 2005 Mazda MPV and 2005 Peugeot 407 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Peugeot 407 (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2005 Mazda MPV. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda MPV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 60 kg more than 2005 Mazda MPV. 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, 2005 Peugeot 407 (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda MPV. (195 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda MPV. 2005 Peugeot 407 has automatic transmission and 2005 Mazda MPV has manual transmission. 2005 Mazda MPV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Peugeot 407 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda MPV | 2005 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | MPV | 407 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 224 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.1 seconds | 8.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 66 L |
