2006 Peugeot 407 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 407. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Peugeot 407 would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 189 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Touran.
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 (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Touran.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Peugeot 407 | 2008 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
| Model | 407 | Touran |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 1498 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |
