2007 Peugeot 407 vs. 2012 Chrysler 200
To start off, 2012 Chrysler 200 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chrysler 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chrysler 200 (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 407. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chrysler 200 should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 17 kg more than 2012 Chrysler 200.
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 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chrysler 200. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chrysler 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Peugeot 407 | 2012 Chrysler 200 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Chrysler |
| Model | 407 | 200 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1543 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4869 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2766 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 64 L |
