1993 Peugeot 205 vs. 2007 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2007 Toyota Hilux is newer by 14 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 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Peugeot 205 (102 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Hilux. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 980 kg more than 1993 Peugeot 205.
Because 2007 Toyota Hilux is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Peugeot 205. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Hilux 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, 2007 Toyota Hilux (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Peugeot 205. (122 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Peugeot 205 | 2007 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 205 | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.2 mm | 93.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
