2006 Pontiac Vibe vs. 2010 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2010 Peugeot 407 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Pontiac Vibe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Pontiac Vibe would be higher. At 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac Vibe (164 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2010 Peugeot 407. (161 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac Vibe should accelerate faster than 2010 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 343 kg more than 2006 Pontiac Vibe.
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, 2010 Peugeot 407 (220 Nm @ 4150 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Pontiac Vibe. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Pontiac Vibe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Pontiac Vibe | 2010 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Peugeot |
| Model | Vibe | 407 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1803 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 67 L |
