2011 Peugeot 4007 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Peugeot 4007. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Peugeot 4007 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2011 Peugeot 4007. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2011 Peugeot 4007.
Because 2011 Peugeot 4007 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Peugeot 4007 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Peugeot 4007. (232 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Peugeot 4007. 2012 Volkswagen Jetta has automatic transmission and 2011 Peugeot 4007 has manual transmission. 2011 Peugeot 4007 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Volkswagen Jetta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Peugeot 4007 | 2012 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
| Model | 4007 | Jetta |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
