2008 Mazda Etude vs. 2006 Peugeot 607
To start off, 2008 Mazda Etude is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Peugeot 607. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Peugeot 607 would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Peugeot 607 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Peugeot 607 weights approximately 571 kg more than 2008 Mazda Etude.
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, 2006 Peugeot 607 (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda Etude. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Peugeot 607 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda Etude.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda Etude | 2006 Peugeot 607 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | Etude | 607 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2946 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 8.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1064 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
