2001 Toyota Altezza vs. 2011 Peugeot 508
To start off, 2011 Peugeot 508 is newer by 10 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) has 11 more horse power than 2011 Peugeot 508. (201 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Altezza should accelerate faster than 2011 Peugeot 508.
Because 2001 Toyota Altezza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Peugeot 508. 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, 2011 Peugeot 508 (338 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Altezza. (299 Nm). This means 2011 Peugeot 508 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Altezza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Toyota Altezza | 2011 Peugeot 508 | |
| Make | Toyota | Peugeot |
| Model | Altezza | 508 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 201 HP |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4792 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1853 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2817 mm |
