1995 Peugeot 205 vs. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 13 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 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser (201 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1995 Peugeot 205. (102 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1995 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1730 kg more than 1995 Peugeot 205. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Peugeot 205. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser (430 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Peugeot 205. (122 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Peugeot 205 | 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 205 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 2520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 96 L |
