2007 Peugeot 407 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco (158 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 407. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 262 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco.
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 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco. (240 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Peugeot 407 | 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
| Model | 407 | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4256 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1404 mm |
