2007 Peugeot 407 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 407 (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 130 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Peugeot 407. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan will offer significantly more control. 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan. 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan has automatic transmission and 2007 Peugeot 407 has manual transmission. 2007 Peugeot 407 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Peugeot 407 | 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
| Model | 407 | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 1557 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4427 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1687 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2604 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 64 L |
