2007 Peugeot 407 vs. 2012 Peugeot 3008
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 3008 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Peugeot 3008 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Peugeot 3008 (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 407. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Peugeot 3008 should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 407.
Because 2012 Peugeot 3008 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Peugeot 407. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Peugeot 3008 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 (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Peugeot 3008. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Peugeot 3008.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Peugeot 407 | 2012 Peugeot 3008 | |
Make | Peugeot | Peugeot |
Model | 407 | 3008 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 184 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.1 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4365 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1837 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1639 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2613 mm |