2008 Peugeot 407 vs. 2013 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2013 Subaru Outback is newer by 5 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. At 3,600 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Outback (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2008 Peugeot 407. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2008 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Outback weights approximately 18 kg more than 2008 Peugeot 407. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Peugeot 407. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Outback will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Subaru Outback (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Peugeot 407. (291 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Peugeot 407.
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2008 Peugeot 407 | 2013 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Peugeot | Subaru |
Model | 407 | Outback |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2946 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 291 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 91 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1658 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2740 mm |