2005 Porsche 996 vs. 2010 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2010 Peugeot 407 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Porsche 996. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Porsche 996 would be higher. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 996 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 2010 Peugeot 407. (161 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 2010 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 106 kg more than 2005 Porsche 996.
Because 2005 Porsche 996 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Peugeot 407. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 996 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 Porsche 996 (560 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Peugeot 407. (220 Nm @ 4150 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Porsche 996 | 2010 Peugeot 407 | |
Make | Porsche | Peugeot |
Model | 996 | 407 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3589 cc | 2230 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 560 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4150 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 67 L |