2006 Peugeot 407 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Peugeot 407. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Peugeot 407 would be higher. At 1,748 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Peugeot 407 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Caddy. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 1 kg more than 2006 Peugeot 407.
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, 2006 Peugeot 407 (163 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Caddy. (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Peugeot 407 | 2007 Volkswagen Caddy | |
Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
Model | 407 | Caddy |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1748 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 75.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 17.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1476 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |