2008 Peugeot 407 vs. 2005 Toyota Ipsum
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 Ipsum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Ipsum would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Ipsum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Ipsum (157 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2008 Peugeot 407. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Ipsum should accelerate faster than 2008 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Ipsum weights approximately 234 kg more than 2008 Peugeot 407. 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 407 (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Ipsum. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Ipsum.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Peugeot 407 | 2005 Toyota Ipsum | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 407 | Ipsum |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1794 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 61 L |
