Electronics Stability Control

P407- ELECTRONICS STABILITY PROGRAM

Instability may arise through inappropriate speed, emergency situations or other unexpected conditions. Such circumstances can be especially hazardous for vehicles, where even momentary loss of control could lead to potential rollover situations.
Electronic Stability Control is the generic term for systems designed to improve a vehicle's handling, particularly at the limits where the driver might loose control of the vehicle.

The system contributes enormously to improving safety by monitoring key stability parameters and automatically triggering appropriate controls. It is designed to work on wet or slippery roads (the aim being to loss of control resulting from either oversteer or understeer conditions) and on dry roads (where the main risk is roll over resulting from excessive speed or adverse camber on bends).

The system has sensors that measure lateral acceleration at the vehicle's centre of gravity. If this force exceeds a predetermined limit, the engine torque is cut and wheel brakes are applied. ESP cannot override a car's physical limits. If a driver pushes the possibilities of the car's chassis and ESP too far, ESP cannot prevent a crash. It is a tool to help the driver maintain control.

The system is able to detect driver reaction by comparing the yaw angle with the steering angle. If these do not correspond, engine torque is cut and wheel brakes applied to stabilise the vehicle. Precisely which brakes are activated (on which wheels and which axles) depend upon the nature of the instability.

Robert Bosch GmbH were the first to deply an Electronic Stability Control system, called Electronic Stability Program (ESP®) that was used by Mercedes-Benz. It was then introduced to the mass market by Continental Automotive Systems under the broader name of Electronic Stability Control, which is now the more common term recognized by the Society of Automotive Engineers, although individual motor manufactures use a range of different marketing names .

ESP combines anti-lock brakes, traction control and yaw control (yaw is spin around a vertical axis). To grasp how it works, think of steering a canoe. If you want the canoe to turn or rotate to the right, you plant the paddle in the water on the right to provide a braking moment on the right side. The canoe pivots or rotates to the right. ESP fundamentally does the same to assist the driver.

Numerous international studies have confirmed the effectiveness of ESP in helping the driver maintain control of the car, help save lives and reduce the severity of crashes. In the fall of 2004 in the U.S., the National Highway and Traffic Safety Administration confirmed the international studies, releasing results of a field study in the U.S. of ESP effectiveness. NHTSA concluded that ESP reduces crashes by 35%. The prestigious Insurance Institute for Highway Safety later issued their own study that concluded the widespread application of ESC could save 7,000 lives a year. That makes ESP the greatest safety equipment development since seat belts, according to some experts.

Vehicle manufacturers use electronic stability control systems under different marketing names:
Acura: Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA)
Audi: ESP - Electronic Stabilization Program
BMW: Dynamic Stability Control(DSC), inluding Dynamic Traction Control
Cadillac: All-Speed Traction Control & StabiliTrak
Buick: StabiliTrak
Jaguar: Dynamic Stability Control (DSC)
Lexus: Vehicle Stability Control (VSC) and Traction Control (TRAC) systems
Volvo: Dynamic Stability and Traction Control (DSTC)
Ford: AdvanceTrac
GM: StabiliTrac
Toyota: Vehicle Stability Control (VSC) and Vehicle Dynamics Integrated Management (VDIM)
VW: Electronic Stabilitization Program (ESP)
Mercedes: Electronic Stability Program (ESP)
Cadillac: StabiliTrak
Chevrolet: StabiliTrak (except Corvette - Active Handling)
Nissan: Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC)
Mini Cooper: Dynamic Stability Control
Mercury: AdvanceTrak
Hyundai: Electronic Stability Program
Honda: Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
Jeep: Electronic Stability Program (ESC)
Dodge: Electronic Stability Program (ESC)
Chrysler: Electronic Stability Program (ESC)
Lincoln: AdvanceTrak
GMC: StabiliTrak
Infiniti: Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC)
Kia: Electronic Stability Program (ESP)
Land Rover: Dynamic Stability Control (DSC)
Mazda: Dynamic Stability Control
Mitsubishi: Active Skid and Traction Control MULTIMODE
Pontiac: StabiliTrak
Porsche: Porsche Stability Management (PSM)
Peugeot : Electronic Stability Program
Saab: Electronic Stability Program
Saturn: StabiliTrak
Subaru: Vehicle Dynamics Control Systems (VDCS)

Electronic Stability Control forms the foundation for news advances on vehicle equipment that will save additional lives and give the driver still more control over the vehicle. The computing power of ESP facilitates the networking of active and passive safety systems on the car, creating the opportunity to address still more causes of crashes.

Peugoet 407 vs Camry 2.0 vs Honda Accord 2.0

This is for comparison for those who want to buy 2.0 litres car available in malaysian market, for price range from RM 120K to RM150K. The comparison for three top cars today:

Peugeot 407SR (P) vs. Camry 2.0G(C) vs. Honda Accord 2.0 Vti (H)

Engine
Type :P-EW10A ,C-1AZ-FE ,H-4 Cylinder, 16 valve,
i-VTEC
Variable valve timing : P-Yes ,C-yes ,H-yes
Bore & Stroke (mm): P-85 x 88 ,C-86.0x86.0 ,H-86.0 x 86.0
Displacement (cc): P-1997 ,C-1998 ,H-1998
Compression Ratio: P-Not mentioned ,C-9.8:1, H-9.8 : 1
Maximum H/power: P-140bhp/6000rpm,C-108kW/6000rpm,H-150bhp / 6,000rpm
Maximum Torque : P-200Nm/4000rpm, C- 190Nm/4000rpm , H-186Nm / 4,500 rpm

Transmission : P-4-AT Autoadaptive Porshe Tiptronic, C-4AT with Super ECT ,H-5 Speed Automatic

Suspension
Front: P-Double wishbone, C-Mc Pherson, H-Double wishbone
Rear: P-Multilink ,C-Dual link independent strut ,H-Double wishbone

Safety & Security
Airbags: P-7 airbags ,C-Dual front airbags ,H-Dual front airbags
International Certification: P-5star EuroNCAP ,C-Internally tested ,H-Internally tested

Stability Assist program: P-Yes-ESP, C-No, H-No

Brakes
ABS :P-yes ,C-yes, H-yes
EBD :P-yes, C-yes ,H-yes
EBA :P-yes ,C-yes, H-No
front/rear :P-vent.disc/solid ,C-vent/solid ,H-Ventilated Disc/Solid disc
Sports mode & traction Control : P-yes, C- No , H-N0.
Control
Tilt and telescopic power steering: P-yes, C-yes ,H-yes
Power windows: P-yes, C-yes ,H-yes
Power side mirror: P-yes ,C-yes ,H-yes
Self illumination meter: P-yes, C-yes ,H-yes
Vehicle information display: P-yes, C-yes , H-yes
Cruise control: P-yes, C-yes, H-No
Steering wheel audio control: P-yes, C-yes ,H-yes
Audio system: P-JBL hi-fi/subwoofer, 240W amplifier ,C-6 cd changer,6 speaker , H-6 cd changer,6 speaker
Seat belt reminder: P-yes ,C-yes, H-yes
Adjustable power seat belt: P-yes ,C-yes, H-no
Automatic ON headlight : P-yes,C -No, H-No

Automatic Viper : P-Yes,C- No, H-No
Follow-me-home headlights: P-yes, C-No, H-No.

Electric control adjustable seat: P-yes,C-No,H-No
Other features
Adjustable headlights: P-yes ,C-yes, H-yes
Headlights lamp: P-Xenon, C-HID ,H-HID
leather seat: P-yes ,C-yes ,H-No

GPS Sat. Navi System: P-Yes, C-No, H-No

Integrated AV, USB and iPod interface : P-yes, C-No, H-No

After sales services: P-Nasim S/B ,C-Toyota Malaysia ,H-Honda Malaysia

CKD/CBU: P-CKD, C-CBU, H-CKD
Warranty Period: P-3 years ,C-3 years, H-3 years

On The road Price Around: P-RM133,000.00 ,C-RM149,000 ,HRM143,800.00

So which car would you choose? Smart user sure have the right choice.

New 2009 Peugeot 407 launched.

The 2009 Peugeot 407 arrived in Malaysia from 14 February 2009 with prices starting from RM128,888. Subtle external visual improvements include the new grille treatment and revised air intake up front along with body-colored rubbing strips and a new rear bumper that now incorporates a diffuser style number-plate surround.
Rather than go through a full-size redesign, Peugeot preferred a light update for its 407 Sedan. Changes on the outside include the reworked grille upfront that's been enhanced with more doses of chrome along with the new headlamps and tail-lamps, also redesigned rear boot lid with a more acutely angled ducktail spoiler for greater high speed stability, lights and rear bumper which now incorporates a rear valance to create a wider look at the rear. Inside, Peugeot has enhanced the 407 with extra comfort equipment and in particular onboard temperature control, a new front parking assistance and piano black finish for the central console.
In addition, the multi info display that was previously positioned on the top of the dashboard in its own housing has been incorporated into the Multimedia and Navigation Screen for a cleaner look. The proven 2.0L EW10A engine that develops 140hp at 6,000rpm and 200Nm of torque at 4,000rpm remains in the new 407.
The elegant, distinctive and dynamic 407 Saloon have become a benchmark in their segment due to their high levels of road holding. Peugeot based the design of the 407 around a number of core motoring values identified from its customers: appearance and technology, driving enjoyment, its versatile for leisure pursuits, for both families and individuals or for business activities.
One of the main attractions of the 407 is their feline appearance. The forward positioned and inclined front windscreen, bold rear design, large wheels, the 407 has all the personality that underlines the new design signature of Peugeot cars and has become an inspiration for the design of the front of all new models.Characterised by an ever more distinctive design at the front, with an air intake that fits perfectly both in terms of technical performance and its bold design, it provides the 407 with its overall dynamic image.
Its dynamic characteristics including exceptional road holding, is the result of a number of technical solutions and Peugeot's expert fine tuning of the suspension, benefiting both ride and handling.The 407 has enjoyed a strong position within its segment due to its distinctive appearance that sets it apart from the other vehicles in the segment and is still contemporary with the 207 and 308 models.
It continues to excel in terms of road holding and offers a combination of active safety, driving enjoyment and comfort of the highest level.
Subtle visual improvements updating a design that is just as dynamic and bold as before but now offers more in terms of elegance, robustness and high quality, both externally and internally.New equipment like front parking assistance enhances the car's world-wide reputation for ease of driving and dynamic performance.
To summarise, Peugeot has seized a great opportunity to strengthen the appeal among motoring enthusiasts with the attractive new 407.

Peugeot Privilege Card

Finally i got my Peugeot Privilege Membership Card. See Photo. Enjoy special privileges at all Nasim outlets:
10% discount for parts and labour

and others

Lions in The Mall

29 March 2009, I and family went for shopping at Midvalley Megamall. The most exciting was there were lions exhibited at the mall, 308,207cc & 407. My kids loves lions very much include the youngest 2 yeras old son shouted ' peegoot!'when he saw the cars.

My 407 photo gallery.

Satellite Navigation GPS Firmware and Map Update for 407

407 owners can update the GPS firmware via this website:http://www.speednavi.com/. The owner need to sign in as member before the update can be done. Download the software and save it to a SD card and insert it to the SD slot in car's the glove box, go to setting page and touch the 'upgrade' icon. Follow the instruction appears on the screen.

For map update, the navist unit will ask for authentication thet need software serial no. and licence no. Please cal En. Zam of NZ Galaxy 016-3323387 if you don't have the said serial nos.

As the result, the updated Navist firmware have slightly better in term of audio for FM transmission to the car's FM radio system and the updated map for the GPS navigation.

407 Superb Handling.

Peugeot 407 has outstanding road handling. Thanks to "double wishbone" suspension steering is not affected by drive line interference or irregularities in the road surface.
Cornering is consider unforgettable moment. It is like driving the car on the wheel track. This is the result from "Electronic Stability Program(ESP)". ESP minimise the risk of skidding or rollover resulting from driver error, sudden emergencies or unexpected hazardous road surfaces. The objective is to help the driver regain full control as soon as possible in difficult conditions. If the driver does something unusual such as takes a corner too quickly, makes an unexpected evasive manoeuvre, the car rapidly finds its balance once more without any loss of control.
The brakes are powerful and sharp. The steering is light with control stalks mounted are easy to use giving pleasant driving feeling. The driver even can adjust the sound volume while cornering!
With new VVT engine the 407 feels very stable. Thanks to the quiet engine and fair size of the car, with rich of functions and features, the 407 drives with full grandeur. Engineered to be enjoyed! See link >>>>>