2007 Peugeot 407 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 407 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. At 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 407 (156 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Sharan. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 175 kg more than 2007 Peugeot 407.
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 Volkswagen Sharan (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 407. (218 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Peugeot 407 | 2006 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
| Model | 407 | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2230 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 216 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |
