2007 Peugeot 407 vs. 2006 Seat Altea
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 407 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Seat Altea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Seat Altea would be higher. Both 2007 Peugeot 407 and 2006 Seat Altea are equipped with a 1,997 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Altea (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 407. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Altea weights approximately 106 kg more than 2007 Peugeot 407. 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, 2006 Seat Altea (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 407. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Peugeot 407 | 2006 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Peugeot | Seat |
| Model | 407 | Altea |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1559 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 55 L |
