2007 Peugeot 407 vs. 2001 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 407 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 407. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 100 kg more than 2001 Porsche 911.
Because 2001 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Peugeot 407. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Porsche 911 (371 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 407. (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Peugeot 407 | 2001 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Peugeot | Porsche |
Model | 407 | 911 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2946 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 371 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 82.8 mm |
Top Speed | 229 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 5.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 64 L |