1995 Peugeot 205 vs. 2004 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2004 Toyota Yaris is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Peugeot 205 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Peugeot 205 (102 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Yaris. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 125 kg more than 1995 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, 1995 Peugeot 205 (122 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Yaris. (90 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1995 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Peugeot 205 | 2004 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 205 | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.2 mm | 66.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
