2009 Peugeot 407 vs. 1996 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Peugeot 407 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Peugeot 407 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Corolla. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 708 kg more than 1996 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, 2009 Peugeot 407 (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Peugeot 407 | 1996 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 407 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2720 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1798 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2470 mm |
