2008 Peugeot 407 vs. 1998 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2008 Peugeot 407 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Peugeot 407 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1998 Toyota RAV4. (130 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 275 kg more than 1998 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Peugeot 407. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 2008 Peugeot 407 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota RAV4. (178 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Peugeot 407 | 1998 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 407 | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
