2006 Mazda 3 vs. 2006 Peugeot 407
To start off, both 2006 Mazda 3 and 2006 Peugeot 407 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Peugeot 407 (156 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2006 Mazda 3. (139 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda 3.
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, 2006 Peugeot 407 (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda 3. (182 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda 3 | 2006 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | 3 | 407 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2230 cc |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 66 L |
