2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito vs. 2007 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 407 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito would be higher. At 2,946 cc, 2007 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 407 (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito. (120 HP @ 1800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito.
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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 407. (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito | 2007 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Peugeot |
| Model | Vito | 407 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2151 cc | 2946 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 67 L |
