2006 Peugeot 807 vs. 2012 Volkswagen GTD

To start off, 2012 Volkswagen GTD is newer by 6 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 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Peugeot 807 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen GTD (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 807. (156 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen GTD should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 807. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Peugeot 807 weights approximately 239 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen GTD.

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 Volkswagen GTD (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot 807. (218 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen GTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Peugeot 807.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Peugeot 807 2012 Volkswagen GTD
Make Peugeot Volkswagen
Model 807 GTD
Year Released 2006 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2230 cc 2000 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 156 HP 168 HP
Engine RPM 5650 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 218 Nm 350 Nm
Torque RPM 3900 RPM 1750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Top Speed 196 km/hour 222 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 11.6 seconds 8.1 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual 6-speed manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1648 kg 1409 kg
Vehicle Length 4730 mm 4213 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1786 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1501 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 2578 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.7 L/100km 5.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 55 L


 

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