2008 Volkswagen Touran vs. 2011 Peugeot 207
To start off, 2011 Peugeot 207 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volkswagen Touran. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen Touran would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Peugeot 207 (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Peugeot 207 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 342 kg more than 2011 Peugeot 207.
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 Volkswagen Touran (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Peugeot 207. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Peugeot 207.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volkswagen Touran | 2011 Peugeot 207 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Peugeot |
| Model | Touran | 207 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 194 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 11.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1573 kg | 1231 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
