2006 Peugeot 407 vs. 2013 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2013 Subaru Forester is newer by 7 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 2,500 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Forester (168 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 407. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 79 kg more than 2013 Subaru Forester.
Because 2013 Subaru Forester 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, 2013 Subaru Forester 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, 2013 Subaru Forester (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot 407. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Peugeot 407 | 2013 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Peugeot | Subaru |
Model | 407 | Forester |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | electric |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1559 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2006 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2615 mm |