2006 Peugeot 207 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Peugeot 207. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Peugeot 207 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Touran (108 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 207. (88 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touran 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, 2008 Volkswagen Touran (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot 207. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Peugeot 207.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Peugeot 207 | 2008 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
| Model | 207 | Touran |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 13.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2680 mm |
