1997 Peugeot 406 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 8 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg (222 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1997 Peugeot 406. (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1997 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 942 kg more than 1997 Peugeot 406. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Peugeot 406. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Peugeot 406. (267 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Peugeot 406. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 1997 Peugeot 406 has manual transmission. 1997 Peugeot 406 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Peugeot 406 | 2005 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
| Model | 406 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 267 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 228 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 2312 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 100 L |
