2007 Peugeot 407 vs. 2007 Skoda Fabia
To start off, both 2007 Peugeot 407 and 2007 Skoda Fabia were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,946 cc, 2007 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 407 (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Fabia. (113 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 472 kg more than 2007 Skoda Fabia. 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 (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Skoda Fabia. (171 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Peugeot 407 | 2007 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Peugeot | Skoda |
| Model | 407 | Fabia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1984 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 45 L |
