2007 Peugeot 407 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Routan
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Routan is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Peugeot 407. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Peugeot 407 would be higher. At 3,796 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Routan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 407 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Routan. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Routan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Routan weights approximately 509 kg more than 2007 Peugeot 407.
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 (441 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Routan. (313 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Routan.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Peugeot 407 | 2009 Volkswagen Routan | |
Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
Model | 407 | Routan |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2720 cc | 3796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 313 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1798 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 5150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3080 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 78 L |