2007 Peugeot 407 vs. 2011 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2011 Porsche Panamera is newer by 4 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Panamera (300 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 407. (156 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 285 kg more than 2007 Peugeot 407. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Porsche Panamera 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, 2011 Porsche Panamera 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, 2011 Porsche Panamera (400 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 407. (218 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Peugeot 407 | 2011 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Peugeot | Porsche |
| Model | 407 | Panamera |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2230 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2918 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 100 L |
