2007 Peugeot 107 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 5 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 1,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Golf (84 HP) has 3 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 107. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 107. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 626 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, 2012 Volkswagen Golf (160 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 107. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
| Model | 107 | Golf |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1200 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 84 HP |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.2 seconds | 11.7 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1416 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4246 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |
