2005 Peugeot 407 vs. 2008 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2008 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Peugeot 407. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Peugeot 407 would be higher. At 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Sequoia (382 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 407. (156 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 225 kg more than 2008 Toyota Sequoia.
Because 2008 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Peugeot 407. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sequoia will offer significantly more control. 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 Sequoia (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 407. (218 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Peugeot 407 | 2008 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 407 | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 5663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 100 L |
