2008 Toyota Hilux vs. 2010 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2010 Peugeot 407 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota Hilux. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Hilux would be higher. At 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Peugeot 407 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Hilux. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 348 kg more than 2008 Toyota Hilux. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Toyota Hilux is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Toyota Hilux. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Peugeot 407, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Peugeot 407 (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Hilux. (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Hilux. 2010 Peugeot 407 has automatic transmission and 2008 Toyota Hilux has manual transmission. 2008 Toyota Hilux will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Peugeot 407 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Hilux | 2010 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Toyota | Peugeot |
| Model | Hilux | 407 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1798 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 67 L |
