2008 Peugeot 207 vs. 2003 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2008 Peugeot 207 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Avalon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Avalon would be higher. At 2,981 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Avalon (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2008 Peugeot 207. (119 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 2008 Peugeot 207. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 431 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, 2003 Toyota Avalon (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Peugeot 207. (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Peugeot 207. 2003 Toyota Avalon 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. 2003 Toyota Avalon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Peugeot 207 | 2003 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 207 | Avalon |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1681 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 60 L |
