2004 Peugeot 407 vs. 2004 Scion xA
To start off, both 2004 Peugeot 407 and 2004 Scion xA were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,228 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Peugeot 407 (156 HP) has 48 more horse power than 2004 Scion xA. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 2004 Scion xA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 494 kg more than 2004 Scion xA. 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, 2004 Peugeot 407 (217 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Scion xA. (142 Nm). This means 2004 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Scion xA.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Peugeot 407 | 2004 Scion xA | |
| Make | Peugeot | Scion |
| Model | 407 | xA |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2228 cc | 1491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1061 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
