2012 Volkswagen Routan vs. 2012 Peugeot 207
To start off, both 2012 Volkswagen Routan and 2012 Peugeot 207 were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Routan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Routan (283 HP) has 209 more horse power than 2012 Peugeot 207. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Routan should accelerate faster than 2012 Peugeot 207. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Routan weights approximately 1010 kg more than 2012 Peugeot 207. 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, 2012 Volkswagen Routan (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Peugeot 207. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Routan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Peugeot 207. 2012 Volkswagen Routan has automatic transmission and 2012 Peugeot 207 has manual transmission. 2012 Peugeot 207 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Volkswagen Routan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Volkswagen Routan | 2012 Peugeot 207 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Peugeot |
| Model | Routan | 207 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2084 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5144 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1953 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3078 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 50 L |
