1997 Peugeot 206 vs. 2011 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2011 Toyota Sienna is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Peugeot 206. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Peugeot 206 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1997 Peugeot 206. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1997 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 1116 kg more than 1997 Peugeot 206. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Toyota Sienna is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Peugeot 206. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sienna 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, 2011 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Peugeot 206. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Peugeot 206. 2011 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 1997 Peugeot 206 has manual transmission. 1997 Peugeot 206 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Peugeot 206 | 2011 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 206 | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 2148 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1811 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 76 L |
