2006 Honda Jazz vs. 2007 Peugeot 607
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 607 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Jazz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Jazz would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 607 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 607 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2006 Honda Jazz. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 607 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Jazz weights approximately 267 kg more than 2007 Peugeot 607.
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, 2007 Peugeot 607 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Jazz. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 607 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Jazz | 2007 Peugeot 607 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Jazz | 607 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 16.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 224 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1992 kg | 1725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 80 L |
