2006 Peugeot 607 vs. 2006 Peugeot 407
To start off, both 2006 Peugeot 607 and 2006 Peugeot 407 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. Both 2006 Peugeot 607 and 2006 Peugeot 407 are equipped with a 2,946 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Peugeot 407 (209 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 607. (205 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 607. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 52 kg more than 2006 Peugeot 607. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot 607. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Peugeot 607. 2006 Peugeot 607 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. 2006 Peugeot 607 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Peugeot 607 | 2006 Peugeot 407 | |
Make | Peugeot | Peugeot |
Model | 607 | 407 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 209 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 10.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1687 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 66 L |