2006 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2006 Peugeot 607
To start off, both 2006 Mercedes-Benz C and 2006 Peugeot 607 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Peugeot 607 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Peugeot 607 (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Peugeot 607 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 150 kg more than 2006 Peugeot 607.
Because 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Peugeot 607, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mercedes-Benz C (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot 607. (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Peugeot 607.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | 2006 Peugeot 607 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Peugeot |
| Model | C | 607 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 224 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 8.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |
