2009 Peugeot 207 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Peugeot 207. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Peugeot 207 would be higher. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Peugeot 207 (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Passat. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Peugeot 207 should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 191 kg more than 2009 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, 2011 Volkswagen Passat (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Peugeot 207. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Peugeot 207.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Peugeot 207 | 2011 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
Model | 207 | Passat |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1895 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 | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 194 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.7 seconds | 12.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1231 kg | 1422 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |