1993 Peugeot 205 vs. 2001 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2001 Toyota Corolla is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Peugeot 205 (102 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Corolla. (87 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 435 kg more than 1993 Peugeot 205.
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 Toyota Corolla (221 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Peugeot 205. (122 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Peugeot 205 | 2001 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 205 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.2 mm | 94 mm |
| 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 | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
