2006 Peugeot 207 vs. 1998 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2006 Peugeot 207 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Saab 05-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Saab 05-Sep would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Saab 05-Sep (149 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 207. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 207.
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, 1998 Saab 05-Sep (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot 207. (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Peugeot 207.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Peugeot 207 | 1998 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Peugeot | Saab |
| Model | 207 | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 75 L |
