2006 Peugeot 807 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Peugeot 807. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Peugeot 807 would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (222 HP) has 70 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 807. (152 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 807. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1242 kg more than 2006 Peugeot 807. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Peugeot 807. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (501 Nm) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot 807. (213 Nm). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Peugeot 807.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Peugeot 807 | 2008 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
| Model | 807 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2230 cc | 2967 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 222 HP |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 501 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 91.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 2312 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 100 L |
