2007 Peugeot 207 vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 is newer by 6 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche 911 (493 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 385 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 207. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 207. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche 911 weights approximately 409 kg more than 2007 Peugeot 207. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Porsche 911 (649 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 502 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 207. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 207. 2013 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 2007 Peugeot 207 has manual transmission. 2007 Peugeot 207 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Peugeot 207 | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Porsche |
| Model | 207 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 649 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.8 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 194 km/hour | 312 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.7 seconds | 3.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2350 mm |
