2007 Peugeot 107 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Peugeot 107. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Peugeot 107 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Golf (140 HP) has 59 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 107. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 107. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 568 kg more than 2007 Peugeot 107. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Volkswagen Golf (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 107. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 107.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Peugeot 107 | 2011 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
| Model | 107 | Golf |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 2000 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 140 HP |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1358 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4201 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |
