2002 Toyota Corolla vs. 2011 Peugeot 5008
To start off, 2011 Peugeot 5008 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Peugeot 5008 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Peugeot 5008 (161 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Peugeot 5008 should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Corolla.
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, 2011 Peugeot 5008 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Peugeot 5008 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Corolla. 2011 Peugeot 5008 has automatic transmission and 2002 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 2002 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Peugeot 5008 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Toyota Corolla | 2011 Peugeot 5008 | |
| Make | Toyota | Peugeot |
| Model | Corolla | 5008 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2735 mm |
