2007 Peugeot 407 vs. 2007 Porsche Boxster
To start off, both 2007 Peugeot 407 and 2007 Porsche Boxster were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,945 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche Boxster (225 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 407. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 284 kg more than 2007 Porsche Boxster.
Because 2007 Porsche Boxster 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 Boxster. 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 Peugeot 407 (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Porsche Boxster. (260 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Peugeot 407 | 2007 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Peugeot | Porsche |
Model | 407 | Boxster |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2945 cc | 2687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 229 km/hour | 253 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.7 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 64 L |