2007 Peugeot 407 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, both 2007 Peugeot 407 and 2007 Volkswagen Polo 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 (209 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. (178 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 320 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. 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 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. (235 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. 2007 Peugeot 407 has automatic transmission and 2007 Volkswagen Polo has manual transmission. 2007 Volkswagen Polo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Peugeot 407 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Peugeot 407 | 2007 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
Model | 407 | Polo |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1779 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 209 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 45 L |