2007 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2007 Peugeot 207
To start off, both 2007 Mercedes-Benz C and 2007 Peugeot 207 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 207. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 207. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 172 kg more than 2007 Peugeot 207. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz C 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 Mercedes-Benz C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 207, 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 Mercedes-Benz C (340 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 207. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 207.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | 2007 Peugeot 207 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Peugeot |
| Model | C | 207 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 224 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1413 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 50 L |
