2009 Peugeot 407 vs. 2011 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen CC is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Peugeot 407. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Peugeot 407 would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Peugeot 407 (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen CC. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen CC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 293 kg more than 2009 Peugeot 407.
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, 2009 Peugeot 407 (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen CC. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2009 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen CC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Peugeot 407 | 2011 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
| Model | 407 | CC |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1204 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4798 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 70 L |
