2008 Peugeot 407 vs. 2011 Mazda 3
To start off, 2011 Mazda 3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Peugeot 407. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Peugeot 407 would be higher. Both 2008 Peugeot 407 and 2011 Mazda 3 are equipped with a 1,560 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Peugeot 407 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2011 Mazda 3. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda 3.
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 407 (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda 3. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Peugeot 407 | 2011 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Mazda |
| Model | 407 | 3 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 55 L |
