2008 Peugeot 407 vs. 1996 Venturi 400
To start off, 2008 Peugeot 407 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Venturi 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Venturi 400 would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Venturi 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Venturi 400 (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 2008 Peugeot 407. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Venturi 400 should accelerate faster than 2008 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1996 Venturi 400.
Because 1996 Venturi 400 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Venturi 400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Peugeot 407, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Venturi 400 (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Peugeot 407. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Venturi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Peugeot 407 | 1996 Venturi 400 | |
Make | Peugeot | Venturi |
Model | 407 | 400 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 2975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 520 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 189 km/hour | 286 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2500 mm |