2007 Peugeot 407 vs. 2007 Skoda Roomster
To start off, both 2007 Peugeot 407 and 2007 Skoda Roomster were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,177 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 407 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Roomster. (79 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Roomster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 430 kg more than 2007 Skoda Roomster. 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 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Skoda Roomster. (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Skoda Roomster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Peugeot 407 | 2007 Skoda Roomster | |
| Make | Peugeot | Skoda |
| Model | 407 | Roomster |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2177 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.6:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 221 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9 seconds | 14.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 55 L |
