2008 Peugeot 1007 vs. 2008 Peugeot 407
To start off, both 2008 Peugeot 1007 and 2008 Peugeot 407 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,945 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 342 kg more than 2008 Peugeot 1007.
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, 2008 Peugeot 407 (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Peugeot 1007. (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Peugeot 1007. 2008 Peugeot 407 has automatic transmission and 2008 Peugeot 1007 has manual transmission. 2008 Peugeot 1007 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Peugeot 407 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Peugeot 1007 | 2008 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Peugeot |
| Model | 1007 | 407 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 2945 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.4 seconds | 9.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1243 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
