2009 Toyota Yaris vs. 2009 Peugeot 607
To start off, both 2009 Toyota Yaris and 2009 Peugeot 607 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Peugeot 607 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Peugeot 607 (208 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Yaris. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Peugeot 607 should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Peugeot 607 weights approximately 305 kg more than 2009 Toyota Yaris. 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 607 (294 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Yaris. (103 Nm @ 4299 RPM). This means 2009 Peugeot 607 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Yaris. 2009 Peugeot 607 has automatic transmission and 2009 Toyota Yaris has manual transmission. 2009 Toyota Yaris will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Peugeot 607 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Toyota Yaris | 2009 Peugeot 607 | |
| Make | Toyota | Peugeot |
| Model | Yaris | 607 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4299 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 80 L |
