2012 Peugeot 4007 vs. 2006 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 4007 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2012 Peugeot 4007. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2012 Peugeot 4007.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2006 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Peugeot 4007. (232 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Peugeot 4007. 2006 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 2012 Peugeot 4007 has manual transmission. 2012 Peugeot 4007 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Peugeot 4007 | 2006 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Porsche |
| Model | 4007 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 3824 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
