Peugeot 407 2005 vs Mercedes C class 2000
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
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| Engine: | 2.0 Petrol | 2.0 Petrol | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 140 HP | 129 HP | |
| Torque: | 200 NM | 185 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 10.5 seconds | 11.6 seconds | |
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Peugeot 407 is more dynamic to drive. Peugeot 407 engine produces 11 HP more power than Mercedes C class, whereas torque is 15 NM more than Mercedes C class. Thanks to more power Peugeot 407 reaches 100 km/h speed 1.1 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 8.6 | 9.5 | |
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The Peugeot 407 is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. Peugeot 407 consumes 0.9 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Mercedes C class, which means that by driving the Peugeot 407 over 15,000 km in a year you can save 135 litres of fuel. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 66 litres | 62 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 760 km in combined cycle | 650 km in combined cycle | |
| Peugeot 407 gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
Drive type | |||
| Wheel drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) | Rear wheel drive (RWD) | |
| Front-wheel drive cars (Peugeot 407) have better traction on slippery roads and when climbing hills, better fuel economy, and are less expensive to purchase. On the disadvantage side, FWD cars usually have less towing capacity, poorer acceleration and harder handling. Rear-wheel drive cars (Mercedes C class) have better handling on dry roads, better acceleration, more even weight distribution and more fun to drive. RWD is also better for towing large loads. The cons of rear-wheel drive are less interior and trunk space and more difficulty maneuvering in wet and snowy conditions. | |||
| Peugeot 407 2005 2.0 engine: The Peugeot EW10A (RFJ) is a 2.0-liter naturally aspirated gasoline engine introduced in 2005 as an updated version of the older EW10J4, adapted to meet Euro 4 emissions standards. In general, the engine is considered fairly reliable and uncomplicated for its class, with relatively low repair costs and good overall durability when maintained ... More about Peugeot 407 2005 2.0 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.68 m | 4.53 m | |
| Width: | 1.81 m | 1.73 m | |
| Height: | 1.45 m | 1.43 m | |
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Peugeot 407 is larger. Peugeot 407 is 15 cm longer than the Mercedes C class, 8 cm wider, while the height of Peugeot 407 is 2 cm higher. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 407 litres | 455 litres | |
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Mercedes C class has more luggage space. Despite its longer length, This could mean that the Peugeot 407 uses more space in the cabin, so the driver and passengers could be more spacious and comfortable. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 12 meters | 10.8 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Peugeot 407 is 1.2 metres more than that of the Mercedes C class, which means Peugeot 407 can be harder to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight: | 1`800 kg | 1`935 kg | |
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| Quality: | Peugeot 407 has fewer problems. According to annual technical inspection data Mercedes C class has serious deffects in 20 percent more cases than Peugeot 407, so Peugeot 407 quality is probably better | ||
| Average price (€): | 1400 | 1400 | |
| Rating in user reviews: | 7.1/10 | 7.9/10 | |
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