2006 Peugeot 407 vs. 2003 Porsche 996
To start off, 2006 Peugeot 407 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Porsche 996. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Porsche 996 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 407. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2003 Porsche 996.
Because 2003 Porsche 996 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Porsche 996. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Peugeot 407, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2003 Porsche 996 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot 407. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2003 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Peugeot 407 | 2003 Porsche 996 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Porsche |
| Model | 407 | 996 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3596 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2360 mm |
