2007 Peugeot 207 vs. 2000 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 207 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Celica (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 207. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 207. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 207 weights approximately 117 kg more than 2000 Toyota Celica.
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, 2000 Toyota Celica (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 207. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 207.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Peugeot 207 | 2000 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 207 | Celica |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.7 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 1119 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
