2008 Peugeot 207 vs. 1998 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2008 Peugeot 207 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Saab 05-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Saab 05-Sep would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Saab 05-Sep (198 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2008 Peugeot 207. (119 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2008 Peugeot 207. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 380 kg more than 2008 Peugeot 207. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Saab 05-Sep (309 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Peugeot 207. (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1998 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Peugeot 207. 1998 Saab 05-Sep has automatic transmission and 2008 Peugeot 207 has manual transmission. 2008 Peugeot 207 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Saab 05-Sep will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Peugeot 207 | 1998 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Peugeot | Saab |
| Model | 207 | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 309 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 75 L |
