1997 Peugeot 406 vs. 1997 Toyota Avensis
To start off, both 1997 Peugeot 406 and 1997 Toyota Avensis were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Peugeot 406 (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Avensis. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1997 Toyota Avensis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 1997 Peugeot 406 (267 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Avensis. (155 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Peugeot 406 | 1997 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
Model | 406 | Avensis |
Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1761 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 191 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 267 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Top Speed | 228 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |