1997 Peugeot 406 vs. 1997 Toyota MR2
To start off, both 1997 Peugeot 406 and 1997 Toyota MR2 were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota MR2 (173 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1997 Peugeot 406. (108 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1997 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1997 Toyota MR2.
Because 1997 Toyota MR2 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1997 Toyota MR2. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Peugeot 406, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota MR2. (186 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1997 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Peugeot 406 | 1997 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
Model | 406 | MR2 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2088 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2430 mm |