2007 Mercedes-Benz B vs. 2007 Peugeot 407
To start off, both 2007 Mercedes-Benz B 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 407 (209 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz B. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 150 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz B. 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz B (300 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 407. (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mercedes-Benz B | 2007 Peugeot 407 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Peugeot |
Model | B | 407 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 209 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.6 seconds | 9.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 66 L |