2002 Peugeot 807 vs. 1997 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2002 Peugeot 807 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Peugeot 807 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Peugeot 807 (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Carina. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Peugeot 807 should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Peugeot 807 weights approximately 578 kg more than 1997 Toyota Carina. 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, 2002 Peugeot 807 (218 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Carina. (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Peugeot 807 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Peugeot 807 | 1997 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 807 | Carina |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2230 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1723 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1420 mm |
