2009 Toyota Yaris vs. 2011 Peugeot 508
To start off, 2011 Peugeot 508 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Peugeot 508 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Peugeot 508 (201 HP) has 95 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Yaris. (106 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Peugeot 508 should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Yaris.
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, 2011 Peugeot 508 (338 Nm) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Yaris. (140 Nm). This means 2011 Peugeot 508 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Toyota Yaris | 2011 Peugeot 508 | |
| Make | Toyota | Peugeot |
| Model | Yaris | 508 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 201 HP |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1853 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2817 mm |
