2000 Toyota GT1 vs. 2010 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2010 Peugeot 407 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota GT1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota GT1 would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Peugeot 407 (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2000 Toyota GT1. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota GT1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 304 kg more than 2000 Toyota GT1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Toyota GT1 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Toyota GT1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Peugeot 407, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Peugeot 407 (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota GT1. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota GT1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Toyota GT1 | 2010 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Toyota | Peugeot |
| Model | GT1 | 407 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.4 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1204 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2730 mm |
