2007 Peugeot 207 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Touran 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Touran 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 Touran. (104 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 207 should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 138 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 Touran (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 207. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Touran 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 Touran | |
Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
Model | 207 | Touran |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 194 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.7 seconds | 13.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 1374 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |