2008 Peugeot 407 vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 Peugeot 407 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 503 kg more than 2005 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, 2008 Peugeot 407 (290 Nm) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (171 Nm). This means 2008 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Peugeot 407 | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 407 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 130 HP |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 91 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1157 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 50 L |
