2007 Peugeot 407 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Passat 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 2,228 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 407 (156 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 44 kg more than 2007 Peugeot 407.
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, 2012 Volkswagen Passat (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 407. (220 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 407. 2012 Volkswagen Passat 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. 2012 Volkswagen Passat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Peugeot 407 | 2012 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
Model | 407 | Passat |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2228 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1524 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4769 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2712 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |