2007 Peugeot 407 vs. 2007 Peugeot 206
To start off, both 2007 Peugeot 407 and 2007 Peugeot 206 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 206 (175 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 407. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 460 kg more than 2007 Peugeot 206.
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, 2007 Peugeot 407 (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 206. (202 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 206. 2007 Peugeot 407 has automatic transmission and 2007 Peugeot 206 has manual transmission. 2007 Peugeot 206 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Peugeot 407 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Peugeot 407 | 2007 Peugeot 206 | |
Make | Peugeot | Peugeot |
Model | 407 | 206 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 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 | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 202 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.4 seconds | 7.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 50 L |