2007 Dodge Magnum vs. 2006 Peugeot 607
To start off, 2007 Dodge Magnum is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Peugeot 607. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Peugeot 607 would be higher. At 6,059 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Magnum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Magnum (425 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 607. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Magnum should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 607. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Peugeot 607 weights approximately 46 kg more than 2007 Dodge Magnum.
Because 2007 Dodge Magnum 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 Dodge Magnum. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Peugeot 607, 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 Dodge Magnum (570 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot 607. (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Magnum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Peugeot 607.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Magnum | 2006 Peugeot 607 | |
| Make | Dodge | Peugeot |
| Model | Magnum | 607 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6059 cc | 2718 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 425 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1798 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |
