2009 Toyota Corolla vs. 2010 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2010 Peugeot 407 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Peugeot 407 (161 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Corolla. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 2009 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, 2010 Peugeot 407 (220 Nm @ 4150 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Corolla. (130 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Toyota Corolla | 2010 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Toyota | Peugeot |
| Model | Corolla | 407 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.3 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 67 L |
