1996 Peugeot Touareg vs. 2007 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2007 Toyota Highlander is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Peugeot Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Peugeot Touareg would be higher. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Highlander (155 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1996 Peugeot Touareg. (88 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1996 Peugeot Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 480 kg more than 1996 Peugeot Touareg. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 Peugeot Touareg (264 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Highlander. (220 Nm). This means 1996 Peugeot Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Peugeot Touareg | 2007 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | Touareg | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Type | electric | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1355 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 72 L |
