2008 Peugeot 207 vs. 2005 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2008 Peugeot 207 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Smart ForFour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Smart ForFour would be higher. At 1,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Peugeot 207 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Smart ForFour (74 HP) has 2 more horse power than 2008 Peugeot 207. (72 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Smart ForFour should accelerate faster than 2008 Peugeot 207. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Peugeot 207 weights approximately 306 kg more than 2005 Smart ForFour.
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 207 (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart ForFour. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Peugeot 207 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Peugeot 207 | 2005 Smart ForFour | |
| Make | Peugeot | Smart |
| Model | 207 | ForFour |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1359 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.2 seconds | 13.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1271 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 47 L |
