2007 Peugeot 407 vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 3 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 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 407 (156 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer. (152 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 215 kg more than 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer. 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 (218 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer. (198 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Peugeot 407 | 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Peugeot | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 407 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2230 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4572 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 59 L |
