2006 Volkswagen Touran vs. 2009 Peugeot 607
To start off, 2009 Peugeot 607 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Touran. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Touran would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Peugeot 607 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Peugeot 607 (208 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Touran. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Peugeot 607 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Peugeot 607 weights approximately 137 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Touran. 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, 2009 Peugeot 607 (294 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Touran. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Peugeot 607 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Touran. 2009 Peugeot 607 has automatic transmission and 2006 Volkswagen Touran has manual transmission. 2006 Volkswagen Touran will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Peugeot 607 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volkswagen Touran | 2009 Peugeot 607 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Peugeot |
| Model | Touran | 607 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 231 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 8.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1498 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
