2007 Peugeot 407 vs. 2013 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2013 Subaru Forester is newer by 6 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 2,946 cc, 2007 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Forester (221 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 407. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 117 kg more than 2013 Subaru Forester.
Because 2013 Subaru Forester 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, 2013 Subaru Forester 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, 2013 Subaru Forester (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 407. (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Peugeot 407 | 2013 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Peugeot | Subaru |
| Model | 407 | Forester |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2500 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 2006 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2615 mm |
