2007 Cadillac STS-V vs. 2007 Peugeot 407
To start off, both 2007 Cadillac STS-V and 2007 Peugeot 407 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,376 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac STS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac STS-V (469 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 407. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac STS-V should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 407.
Because 2007 Cadillac STS-V is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Cadillac STS-V. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 407, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Cadillac STS-V (595 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 407. (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac STS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 407. 2007 Cadillac STS-V has automatic transmission and 2007 Peugeot 407 has manual transmission. 2007 Peugeot 407 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Cadillac STS-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Cadillac STS-V | 2007 Peugeot 407 | |
Make | Cadillac | Peugeot |
Model | STS-V | 407 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4376 cc | 2177 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 469 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 595 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 66 L |