2007 Peugeot 407 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 2007 Peugeot 407 and 2007 Volkswagen Golf 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 (6 cylinders), 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 Volkswagen Golf. (113 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 356 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Peugeot 407. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Golf will offer significantly more control. 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 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Peugeot 407 | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
Model | 407 | Golf |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 229 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 12 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1284 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 55 L |