2005 Peugeot 407 vs. 2005 Peugeot 206
To start off, both 2005 Peugeot 407 and 2005 Peugeot 206 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Peugeot 407 (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 206. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 405 kg more than 2005 Peugeot 206. 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 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 206. (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Peugeot 407 | 2005 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Peugeot |
| Model | 407 | 206 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 15.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 50 L |
