1997 Lexus ES vs. 2004 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2004 Peugeot 407 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Lexus ES. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Lexus ES would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Lexus ES is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lexus ES (210 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2004 Peugeot 407. (156 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lexus ES should accelerate faster than 2004 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1997 Lexus ES.
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, 1997 Lexus ES (304 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Peugeot 407. (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1997 Lexus ES will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Lexus ES | 2004 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Lexus | Peugeot |
| Model | ES | 407 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2228 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2730 mm |
