2008 Mazda 6 vs. 2005 Peugeot 607
To start off, 2008 Mazda 6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Peugeot 607. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Peugeot 607 would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda 6 (164 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 607. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 607. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 607 weights approximately 256 kg more than 2008 Mazda 6.
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, 2005 Peugeot 607 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda 6. (184 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 607 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda 6 | 2005 Peugeot 607 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | 6 | 607 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |
