2006 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2003 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer 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. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer (262 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2003 Peugeot 407. (207 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2003 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 170 kg more than 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Because 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Peugeot 407. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer will offer significantly more control. 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 Mitsubishi Lancer (355 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Peugeot 407. (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Peugeot 407. 2003 Peugeot 407 has automatic transmission and 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer has manual transmission. 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Peugeot 407 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2003 Peugeot 407 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Peugeot |
Model | Lancer | 407 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 262 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 14.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 45 L |