1997 Peugeot 406 vs. 2007 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Toyota Corolla is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Peugeot 406 would be higher. At 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Corolla (114 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1997 Peugeot 406. (108 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1997 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2007 Toyota Corolla.
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, 2007 Toyota Corolla (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Peugeot 406. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Peugeot 406 | 2007 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 406 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2088 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2760 mm |
