2005 Peugeot 407 vs. 2005 Toyota Caldina
To start off, both 2005 Peugeot 407 and 2005 Toyota Caldina were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Caldina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Caldina (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 407. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 213 kg more than 2005 Toyota Caldina.
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, 2005 Toyota Caldina (167 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 407. (163 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Caldina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 407. 2005 Toyota Caldina has automatic transmission and 2005 Peugeot 407 has manual transmission. 2005 Peugeot 407 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Toyota Caldina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Peugeot 407 | 2005 Toyota Caldina | |
Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
Model | 407 | Caldina |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1749 cc | 1770 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 91.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 50 L |