2008 Peugeot 207 vs. 2008 Toyota Corolla
To start off, both 2008 Peugeot 207 and 2008 Toyota Corolla were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Peugeot 207 (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Corolla. (126 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Peugeot 207 should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Peugeot 207 weights approximately 177 kg more than 2008 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2008 Peugeot 207 (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Corolla. (165 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Peugeot 207 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Peugeot 207 | 2008 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
Model | 207 | Corolla |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1148 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |