2005 Peugeot 807 vs. 1996 Porsche 993
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 807 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 993 (283 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 807. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 807. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 807 weights approximately 323 kg more than 1996 Porsche 993.
Because 1996 Porsche 993 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Peugeot 807. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 993 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, 1996 Porsche 993 (341 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 807. (271 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1996 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 807.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Peugeot 807 | 1996 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Porsche |
| Model | 807 | 993 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1743 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2280 mm |
