1992 Peugeot 205 vs. 2007 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2007 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 2,231 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota RAV4 (134 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1992 Peugeot 205. (102 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1992 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 795 kg more than 1992 Peugeot 205. 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, 2007 Toyota RAV4 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Peugeot 205. (122 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Peugeot 205 | 2007 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 205 | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 2231 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
