1995 Peugeot 406 vs. 2010 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2010 Toyota Prius is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Peugeot 406 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Peugeot 406 (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2010 Toyota Prius. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 95 kg more than 2010 Toyota Prius. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 406 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Peugeot 406 | 2010 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 406 | Prius |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1745 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 5.6 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.3 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
