1994 Peugeot 605 vs. 2007 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2007 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Peugeot 605. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Peugeot 605 would be higher. At 2,701 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1994 Peugeot 605. (129 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1994 Peugeot 605. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 175 kg more than 2007 Toyota Tacoma.
Because 2007 Toyota Tacoma is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Toyota Tacoma. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Peugeot 605, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1994 Peugeot 605 (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Tacoma. (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1994 Peugeot 605 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Peugeot 605 | 2007 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 605 | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2446 cc | 2701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2790 mm |
