2007 Subaru Forester vs. 2009 Peugeot 4007
To start off, 2009 Peugeot 4007 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 2,455 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Peugeot 4007 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Forester. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Peugeot 4007 should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Forester.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2009 Peugeot 4007 (232 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Peugeot 4007 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Forester. 2007 Subaru Forester has automatic transmission and 2009 Peugeot 4007 has manual transmission. 2009 Peugeot 4007 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Subaru Forester | 2009 Peugeot 4007 | |
Make | Subaru | Peugeot |
Model | Forester | 4007 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2455 cc | 2359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |