2006 Volkswagen Polo 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 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Peugeot 407 (161 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. (79 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 438 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. 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, 2010 Peugeot 407 (220 Nm @ 4150 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volkswagen Polo | 2010 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Peugeot |
| Model | Polo | 407 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1422 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.8 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1162 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 67 L |
