2008 Peugeot 207 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2008 Peugeot 207 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Touran. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Touran would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Touran (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2008 Peugeot 207. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 2008 Peugeot 207.
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 Volkswagen Touran (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Peugeot 207. (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Peugeot 207. 2008 Peugeot 207 has automatic transmission and 2006 Volkswagen Touran has manual transmission. 2006 Volkswagen Touran will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Peugeot 207 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Peugeot 207 | 2006 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
| Model | 207 | Touran |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
