2007 Peugeot 207 vs. 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, both 2007 Peugeot 207 and 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 207. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 207.
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 Volkswagen New Beetle (220 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 207. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 207.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Peugeot 207 | 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
Model | 207 | New Beetle |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.7 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |