1997 Toyota Avensis vs. 2011 Peugeot 408
To start off, 2011 Peugeot 408 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Peugeot 408 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Peugeot 408 (147 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Avensis. (123 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Peugeot 408 should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Avensis.
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, 2011 Peugeot 408 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Avensis. (178 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Peugeot 408 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Toyota Avensis | 2011 Peugeot 408 | |
| Make | Toyota | Peugeot |
| Model | Avensis | 408 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 147 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1815 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1525 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2710 mm |
