2008 Peugeot 207 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2008 Peugeot 207 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2008 Peugeot 207. (119 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2008 Peugeot 207. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 502 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, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan (266 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Peugeot 207. (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Peugeot 207.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Peugeot 207 | 2007 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
| Model | 207 | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.1 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1752 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 70 L |
