2007 Peugeot 407 vs. 2003 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 407 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 2,177 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 407 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2003 Toyota RAV4. (145 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 472 kg more than 2003 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Peugeot 407. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Toyota RAV4 will offer significantly more control. 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 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota RAV4. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Peugeot 407 | 2003 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 407 | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2177 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.6:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1278 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 57 L |
