2008 Peugeot 207 vs. 2001 Toyota Altezza
To start off, 2008 Peugeot 207 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Altezza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Altezza would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Altezza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Altezza (160 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2008 Peugeot 207. (119 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Altezza should accelerate faster than 2008 Peugeot 207. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Altezza weights approximately 60 kg more than 2008 Peugeot 207. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Peugeot 207 (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Altezza. (200 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Peugeot 207 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Altezza. 2001 Toyota Altezza has automatic transmission and 2008 Peugeot 207 has manual transmission. 2008 Peugeot 207 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Altezza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Peugeot 207 | 2001 Toyota Altezza | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 207 | Altezza |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 60 L |
