2001 Toyota Altezza vs. 2010 Peugeot 408
To start off, 2010 Peugeot 408 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Altezza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Altezza would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Altezza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Altezza (212 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2010 Peugeot 408. (147 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Altezza should accelerate faster than 2010 Peugeot 408.
Because 2001 Toyota Altezza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Peugeot 408. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Altezza will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Toyota Altezza (299 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Peugeot 408. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Altezza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Peugeot 408. 2001 Toyota Altezza has automatic transmission and 2010 Peugeot 408 has manual transmission. 2010 Peugeot 408 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Altezza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Toyota Altezza | 2010 Peugeot 408 | |
| Make | Toyota | Peugeot |
| Model | Altezza | 408 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 147 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1815 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1525 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
