2007 Peugeot 607 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Peugeot 607. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Peugeot 607 would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 607 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 607. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 607. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 607 weights approximately 168 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan.
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 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 607 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan. 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan has automatic transmission and 2007 Peugeot 607 has manual transmission. 2007 Peugeot 607 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Peugeot 607 | 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
| Model | 607 | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1557 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4427 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1687 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2604 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |
