2007 Peugeot 407 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 407. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta.
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, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 407. (163 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Peugeot 407 | 2010 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
Model | 407 | Jetta |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1748 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4554 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1458 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 55 L |