2005 Toyota Corolla vs. 2012 Peugeot 207
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 207 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Peugeot 207 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Corolla (189 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2012 Peugeot 207. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2012 Peugeot 207. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Peugeot 207 weights approximately 231 kg more than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
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, 2012 Peugeot 207 (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Peugeot 207 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Corolla | 2012 Peugeot 207 | |
| Make | Toyota | Peugeot |
| Model | Corolla | 207 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1231 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
