2006 Peugeot 207 vs. 1998 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2006 Peugeot 207 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,762 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Carina (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 207. (88 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 207.
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, 1998 Toyota Carina (150 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot 207. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Peugeot 207.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Peugeot 207 | 1998 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 207 | Carina |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 59 L |
