2007 Peugeot 407 vs. 2007 Renault Scenic II
To start off, both 2007 Peugeot 407 and 2007 Renault Scenic II were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 407 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2007 Renault Scenic II. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Scenic II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 379 kg more than 2007 Renault Scenic II. 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, 2007 Peugeot 407 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Scenic II. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Scenic II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Peugeot 407 | 2007 Renault Scenic II | |
| Make | Peugeot | Renault |
| Model | 407 | Scenic II |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.7 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1699 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |
