2010 Toyota Tacoma vs. 1999 Peugeot 607
To start off, 2010 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Peugeot 607. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Peugeot 607 would be higher. At 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Peugeot 607 (160 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2010 Toyota Tacoma. (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Peugeot 607 should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Peugeot 607 weights approximately 118 kg more than 2010 Toyota Tacoma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Toyota Tacoma is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Toyota Tacoma. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Peugeot 607, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Peugeot 607. (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Peugeot 607.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Toyota Tacoma | 1999 Peugeot 607 | |
| Make | Toyota | Peugeot |
| Model | Tacoma | 607 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2694 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 159 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3240 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 66 L |
