2012 Volkswagen Jetta vs. 2002 Peugeot 807

To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Peugeot 807. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Peugeot 807 would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Peugeot 807 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Peugeot 807 (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Peugeot 807 should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Peugeot 807 weights approximately 437 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2002 Peugeot 807 (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2002 Peugeot 807 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. 2002 Peugeot 807 has automatic transmission and 2012 Volkswagen Jetta has manual transmission. 2012 Volkswagen Jetta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Peugeot 807 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2012 Volkswagen Jetta 2002 Peugeot 807
Make Volkswagen Peugeot
Model Jetta 807
Year Released 2012 2002
Body Type Sedan Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2500 cc 2946 cc
Engine Cylinders 5 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 170 HP 201 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 240 Nm 285 Nm
Torque RPM 4250 RPM 3750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type 5-speed manual Automatic
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1400 kg 1837 kg
Vehicle Length 4644 mm 4730 mm
Vehicle Width 1778 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1482 mm 1760 mm
Wheelbase Size 2651 mm 2830 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 80 L


 

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