2007 Peugeot 407 vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, both 2007 Peugeot 407 and 2007 Porsche 911 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 407. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche 911 weights approximately 90 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.
Because 2007 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 407, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 407. (290 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Peugeot | Porsche |
Model | 407 | 911 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3824 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 293 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 64 L |