1998 Toyota Picnic vs. 2008 Peugeot 607
To start off, 2008 Peugeot 607 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Picnic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Picnic would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Peugeot 607 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Peugeot 607 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Picnic. (126 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Peugeot 607 should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Picnic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Peugeot 607 weights approximately 387 kg more than 1998 Toyota Picnic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Peugeot 607 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Picnic. (181 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Peugeot 607 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Picnic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Toyota Picnic | 2008 Peugeot 607 | |
| Make | Toyota | Peugeot |
| Model | Picnic | 607 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 16.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1338 kg | 1725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
