2012 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 2006 Peugeot 1007
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Peugeot 1007. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Peugeot 1007 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg (225 HP) has 153 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 1007. (72 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 1007. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1041 kg more than 2006 Peugeot 1007. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Peugeot 1007. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Touareg (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 432 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot 1007. (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Peugeot 1007.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Volkswagen Touareg | 2006 Peugeot 1007 | |
Make | Volkswagen | Peugeot |
Model | Touareg | 1007 |
Year Released | 2012 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 72 HP |
Torque | 550 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | 8-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2256 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4796 mm | 3740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1941 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1732 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2893 mm | 2320 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 40 L |