2007 Peugeot Boxer vs. 2007 Volkswagen Passat

To start off, both 2007 Peugeot Boxer and 2007 Volkswagen Passat were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot Boxer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot Boxer (124 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot Boxer should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Passat.

Because 2007 Peugeot Boxer is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Peugeot Boxer. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Passat, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Boxer (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot Boxer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Passat.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Peugeot Boxer 2007 Volkswagen Passat
Make Peugeot Volkswagen
Model Boxer Passat
Year Released 2007 2007
Body Type Panel Van Sedan
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 2800 cc 1598 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 124 HP 113 HP
Engine RPM 3600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 300 Nm 155 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 3 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 70 L


 

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