2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito vs. 2003 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Peugeot 407. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Peugeot 407 would be higher. At 2,151 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito (120 HP @ 1800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2003 Peugeot 407. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito should accelerate faster than 2003 Peugeot 407.
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 Mercedes-Benz Vito (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Peugeot 407. (163 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito | 2003 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Peugeot |
| Model | Vito | 407 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2151 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
