2007 Peugeot 207 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Passat 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 207 (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. (104 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 207 should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 311 kg more 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, 2012 Volkswagen Passat (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 207. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 207.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Peugeot 207 | 2012 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
| Model | 207 | Passat |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 194 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.7 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 1547 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4771 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1516 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2712 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
