2007 Peugeot 407 vs. 1997 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 407 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 407 (156 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Carina. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1997 Toyota Carina. 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, 2007 Peugeot 407 (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Carina. (150 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Peugeot 407 | 1997 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 407 | Carina |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2230 cc | 1761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 59 L |
