2004 Toyota Yaris vs. 2009 Peugeot 607
To start off, 2009 Peugeot 607 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Peugeot 607 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Peugeot 607 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Yaris. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Peugeot 607 should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Peugeot 607 weights approximately 545 kg more than 2004 Toyota Yaris. 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, 2009 Peugeot 607 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Yaris. (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Peugeot 607 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Toyota Yaris | 2009 Peugeot 607 | |
| Make | Toyota | Peugeot |
| Model | Yaris | 607 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1362 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 17.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 207 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.8 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
