1997 Peugeot 205 vs. 1998 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 1998 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota RAV4 (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1997 Peugeot 205. (102 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1997 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 493 kg more than 1997 Peugeot 205. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Peugeot 205. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota RAV4 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, 1998 Toyota RAV4 (178 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Peugeot 205. (122 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Peugeot 205 | 1998 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 205 | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.2 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
