1997 Peugeot 406 vs. 1999 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 1999 Toyota Yaris is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Peugeot 406 would be higher. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Peugeot 406 (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Yaris. (84 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 420 kg more than 1999 Toyota Yaris. 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 (156 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Yaris. (131 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1997 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Peugeot 406 | 1999 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 406 | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
