1997 Peugeot 406 vs. 2001 Toyota Will
To start off, 2001 Toyota Will is newer by 4 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 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 2 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Will. (189 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Will. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Will weights approximately 175 kg more than 1997 Peugeot 406.
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, 2001 Toyota Will (274 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Peugeot 406. (267 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Will will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Peugeot 406 | 2001 Toyota Will | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 406 | Will |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 267 Nm | 274 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
