2011 Toyota Venza vs. 2012 Peugeot 4007
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 4007 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Toyota Venza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Toyota Venza would be higher. At 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Venza (182 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2012 Peugeot 4007. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 2012 Peugeot 4007.
Because 2012 Peugeot 4007 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Toyota Venza. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Peugeot 4007 will offer significantly more control. 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 Toyota Venza (246 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Peugeot 4007. (232 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Peugeot 4007. 2011 Toyota Venza has automatic transmission and 2012 Peugeot 4007 has manual transmission. 2012 Peugeot 4007 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Toyota Venza | 2012 Peugeot 4007 | |
| Make | Toyota | Peugeot |
| Model | Venza | 4007 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2700 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
