2005 Peugeot 607 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Peugeot 607. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Peugeot 607 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 607. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 607. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 607 weights approximately 103 kg more than 2011 Mercedes-Benz C.
Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz C is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Peugeot 607. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C will offer significantly more control. 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 607 (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz C. (299 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 607 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Peugeot 607 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Peugeot | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 607 | C |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2720 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1798 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4592 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1445 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 66 L |
