2007 Toyota Corolla vs. 2010 Peugeot 408
To start off, 2010 Peugeot 408 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Peugeot 408 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Peugeot 408 (147 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Corolla. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Peugeot 408 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Corolla.
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, 2010 Peugeot 408 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Peugeot 408 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Corolla | 2010 Peugeot 408 | |
| Make | Toyota | Peugeot |
| Model | Corolla | 408 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 147 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1815 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1525 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |
