2006 Peugeot 407 vs. 2010 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 4 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 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen T5 (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 407. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen T5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 335 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen T5.
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 T5 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot 407. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Peugeot 407 | 2010 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
| Model | 407 | T5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1559 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 80 L |
