1992 Peugeot 309 vs. 2006 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2006 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Peugeot 309. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Peugeot 309 would be higher. At 2,358 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1992 Peugeot 309. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1992 Peugeot 309. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 520 kg more than 1992 Peugeot 309. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Peugeot 309. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RAV4 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, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Peugeot 309. (91 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Peugeot 309.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Peugeot 309 | 2006 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 309 | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 2358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 835 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2670 mm |
