2010 Toyota Prius vs. 2001 Peugeot 607
To start off, 2010 Toyota Prius is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Peugeot 607. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Peugeot 607 would be higher. At 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Peugeot 607 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Peugeot 607 (161 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2010 Toyota Prius. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Peugeot 607 should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Peugeot 607 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2010 Toyota Prius. 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, 2001 Peugeot 607 (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Peugeot 607 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Toyota Prius | 2001 Peugeot 607 | |
| Make | Toyota | Peugeot |
| Model | Prius | 607 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1800 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | CVT | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1745 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1491 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 66 L |
