1995 Peugeot 205 vs. 2010 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2010 Toyota Venza is newer by 15 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 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Venza (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1995 Peugeot 205. (102 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 1995 Peugeot 205.
Because 2010 Toyota Venza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Peugeot 205. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Venza 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, 2010 Toyota Venza (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Peugeot 205. (122 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Peugeot 205. 2010 Toyota Venza has automatic transmission and 1995 Peugeot 205 has manual transmission. 1995 Peugeot 205 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Peugeot 205 | 2010 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 205 | Venza |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 67 L |
