2006 Peugeot 207 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 4 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 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Peugeot 207 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Polo (178 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 207. (88 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Polo 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, 2010 Volkswagen Polo (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot 207. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Peugeot 207. 2010 Volkswagen Polo has automatic transmission and 2006 Peugeot 207 has manual transmission. 2006 Peugeot 207 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Volkswagen Polo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Peugeot 207 | 2010 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
| Model | 207 | Polo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1682 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2470 mm |
