2007 Peugeot 607 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, both 2007 Peugeot 607 and 2007 Volkswagen Polo were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,946 cc, 2007 Peugeot 607 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 607 (208 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 607 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 607 weights approximately 545 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. 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 607 (294 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 607 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. 2007 Peugeot 607 has automatic transmission and 2007 Volkswagen Polo has manual transmission. 2007 Volkswagen Polo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Peugeot 607 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Peugeot 607 | 2007 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
| Model | 607 | Polo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1422 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 231 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 14.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 49 L |
