1996 Peugeot Touareg vs. 2007 Toyota Yaris

To start off, 2007 Toyota Yaris 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 Yaris (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1996 Peugeot Touareg. (88 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1996 Peugeot Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 165 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.

Because 1996 Peugeot Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Toyota Yaris. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Peugeot Touareg 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, 1996 Peugeot Touareg (264 Nm) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (141 Nm). This means 1996 Peugeot Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Yaris. 1996 Peugeot Touareg has automatic transmission and 2007 Toyota Yaris has manual transmission. 2007 Toyota Yaris will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Peugeot Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Peugeot Touareg 2007 Toyota Yaris
Make Peugeot Toyota
Model Touareg Yaris
Year Released 1996 2007
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Type electric in-line
Horse Power 88 HP 108 HP
Engine RPM 4150 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 264 Nm 141 Nm
Top Speed 112 km/hour 180 km/hour
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 875 kg 1040 kg
Wheelbase Size 2450 mm 2560 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 42 L


 

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