2006 Peugeot 407 vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 6 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 407. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 150 kg more than 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer.
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, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer (198 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot 407. (163 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Peugeot 407 | 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Peugeot | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 407 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1748 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4572 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 59 L |
