2008 Peugeot 207 vs. 2007 Pontiac Vibe
To start off, 2008 Peugeot 207 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Pontiac Vibe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Pontiac Vibe would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Pontiac Vibe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Pontiac Vibe (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2008 Peugeot 207. (119 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Pontiac Vibe should accelerate faster than 2008 Peugeot 207. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Pontiac Vibe weights approximately 538 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, 2008 Peugeot 207 (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Pontiac Vibe. (165 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Peugeot 207 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Pontiac Vibe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Peugeot 207 | 2007 Pontiac Vibe | |
| Make | Peugeot | Pontiac |
| Model | 207 | Vibe |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 91.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1788 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 49 L |
