2009 Peugeot 607 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Peugeot 607. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Peugeot 607 would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Peugeot 607 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Peugeot 607 (208 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Passat. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Peugeot 607 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 675 kg more than 2009 Peugeot 607.
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 607 (294 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Passat. (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Peugeot 607 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Peugeot 607 | 2010 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
| Model | 607 | Passat |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 231 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 2310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
