2006 Peugeot 407 vs. 2007 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Toyota Corolla is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Peugeot 407. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Peugeot 407 would be higher. At 1,559 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Peugeot 407 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Corolla. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 415 kg more than 2007 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Peugeot 407 (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Corolla. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Peugeot 407 | 2007 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 407 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1559 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.7 seconds | 12 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1512 kg | 1097 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |
