2007 Peugeot 407 vs. 2012 Buick Verano
To start off, 2012 Buick Verano is newer by 5 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 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 407 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2012 Buick Verano. (180 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 2012 Buick Verano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 301 kg more than 2012 Buick Verano. 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 (441 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Buick Verano. (232 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Buick Verano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Peugeot 407 | 2012 Buick Verano | |
| Make | Peugeot | Buick |
| Model | 407 | Verano |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2720 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1798 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4671 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 57 L |
