2007 Peugeot 207 vs. 2012 Audi A1
To start off, 2012 Audi A1 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Peugeot 207. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Peugeot 207 would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Audi A1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A1 (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 207. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A1 should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 207. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 207 weights approximately 196 kg more than 2012 Audi A1.
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, 2012 Audi A1 (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 207. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 207.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Peugeot 207 | 2012 Audi A1 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Audi |
| Model | 207 | A1 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 194 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.7 seconds | 8.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3954 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1416 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2469 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 34 L |
