2007 Peugeot 407 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, both 2007 Peugeot 407 and 2007 Volkswagen Passat were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (198 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 407. (156 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 35 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Passat.
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 Volkswagen Passat (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 407. (220 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 407. 2007 Volkswagen Passat has automatic transmission and 2007 Peugeot 407 has manual transmission. 2007 Peugeot 407 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volkswagen Passat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Peugeot 407 | 2007 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
Model | 407 | Passat |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2230 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.4 seconds | 7.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |