2006 Peugeot 407 vs. 2008 Ascari A10
To start off, 2008 Ascari A10 is newer by 2 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 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ascari A10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ascari A10 (625 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 491 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 407. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ascari A10 should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 280 kg more than 2008 Ascari A10.
Because 2008 Ascari A10 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 2008 Ascari A10. 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, 2008 Ascari A10 (560 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot 407. (301 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Ascari A10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Peugeot 407 | 2008 Ascari A10 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Ascari |
| Model | 407 | A10 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 625 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1138 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2636 mm |
