2009 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2009 Peugeot 407
To start off, both 2009 Mercedes-Benz C and 2009 Peugeot 407 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Peugeot 407 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (168 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 1032 kg more than 2009 Peugeot 407.
Because 2009 Mercedes-Benz C 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 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Peugeot 407 (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | 2009 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Peugeot |
| Model | C | 407 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2146 cc | 2720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2830 kg | 1798 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 67 L |
