1996 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2010 Peugeot 408
To start off, 2010 Peugeot 408 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,378 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser (176 HP) has 33 more horse power than 2010 Peugeot 408. (143 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2010 Peugeot 408.
Because 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Peugeot 408. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Toyota Land Cruiser (303 Nm) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Peugeot 408. (240 Nm). This means 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Peugeot 408. 2010 Peugeot 408 has automatic transmission and 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser has manual transmission. 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Peugeot 408 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2010 Peugeot 408 | |
| Make | Toyota | Peugeot |
| Model | Land Cruiser | 408 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3378 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 143 HP |
| Torque | 303 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1815 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1525 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2710 mm |
