2005 Peugeot 107 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Peugeot 107. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Peugeot 107 would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 107. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 107. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 632 kg more than 2005 Peugeot 107. 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, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 107. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 107.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Peugeot 107 | 2007 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
| Model | 107 | Passat |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1422 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.1 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 70 L |
