1997 Peugeot 806 vs. 2005 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2005 Toyota Yaris is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Peugeot 806. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Peugeot 806 would be higher. At 1,762 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Peugeot 806 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Yaris (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1997 Peugeot 806. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1997 Peugeot 806. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Peugeot 806 weights approximately 420 kg more than 2005 Toyota Yaris.
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 806 (153 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (143 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1997 Peugeot 806 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Peugeot 806 | 2005 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 806 | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1762 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2380 mm |
