2005 Peugeot 807 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg

To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Peugeot 807. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Peugeot 807 would be higher. At 4,921 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (350 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 807. (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 807.

Because 2008 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (1,153 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 868 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 807. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 807.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Peugeot 807 2008 Volkswagen Touareg
Make Peugeot Volkswagen
Model 807 Touareg
Year Released 2005 2008
Body Type Minivan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2946 cc 4921 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 10 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 202 HP 350 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 2000 RPM
Torque 285 Nm 1153 Nm
Torque RPM 3750 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Top Speed 205 km/hour 234 km/hour
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4730 mm 4780 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1930 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1730 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 2860 mm


 

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