2003 Peugeot 407 vs. 1994 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2003 Peugeot 407 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 2,438 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Toyota Previa (132 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2003 Peugeot 407. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 2003 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Previa weights approximately 215 kg more than 2003 Peugeot 407. 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, 1994 Toyota Previa (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Peugeot 407. (163 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Peugeot 407 | 1994 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 407 | Previa |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 2438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 75 L |
