2005 Peugeot 407 vs. 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Peugeot 407. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Peugeot 407 would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 407. (156 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 11 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan.
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, 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan (281 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 407. (218 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Peugeot 407 | 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
| Model | 407 | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1544 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4427 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1809 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1683 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2604 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 64 L |
