1996 Peugeot 106 vs. 1996 Toyota Corolla
To start off, both 1996 Peugeot 106 and 1996 Toyota Corolla were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Corolla (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1996 Peugeot 106. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1996 Peugeot 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 310 kg more than 1996 Peugeot 106. 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, 1996 Toyota Corolla (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Peugeot 106. (87 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Peugeot 106. 1996 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 1996 Peugeot 106 has manual transmission. 1996 Peugeot 106 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Peugeot 106 | 1996 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
Model | 106 | Corolla |
Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |