2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2007 Peugeot 607
To start off, both 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata and 2007 Peugeot 607 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 607 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 607 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (158 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 607 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 607 weights approximately 518 kg more than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 Mazda MX-5 Miata. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 Peugeot 607 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (189 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 607 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
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2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 2007 Peugeot 607 | |
Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
Model | MX-5 Miata | 607 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 189 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 224 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1207 kg | 1725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |