2006 Peugeot 407 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 407. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 142 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan.
Because 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Peugeot 407. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan will offer significantly more control. 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 (371 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2006 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan. 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan has automatic transmission and 2006 Peugeot 407 has manual transmission. 2006 Peugeot 407 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Peugeot 407 | 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
| Model | 407 | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 371 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1699 kg | 1557 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4427 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1687 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2604 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 64 L |
