2003 Peugeot 407 vs. 2008 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2008 Toyota Avalon is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Peugeot 407. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Peugeot 407 would be higher. At 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Avalon (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2003 Peugeot 407. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 2003 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 236 kg more than 2008 Toyota Avalon.
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, 2008 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Peugeot 407. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Peugeot 407 | 2008 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 407 | Avalon |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
