2006 Peugeot 207 vs. 2007 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2007 Toyota Yaris is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Peugeot 207. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Peugeot 207 would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Yaris (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 207. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Yaris 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, 2007 Toyota Yaris (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot 207. (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Peugeot 207.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Peugeot 207 | 2007 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 207 | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 42 L |
