1997 Peugeot Nautilus vs. 2006 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2006 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Peugeot Nautilus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Peugeot Nautilus would be higher. At 2,945 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Peugeot Nautilus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Peugeot Nautilus (194 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2006 Toyota RAV4. (166 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Peugeot Nautilus should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 480 kg more than 1997 Peugeot Nautilus.
Because 2006 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Peugeot Nautilus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RAV4 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, 1997 Peugeot Nautilus (272 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota RAV4. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Peugeot Nautilus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Peugeot Nautilus | 2006 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | Nautilus | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2945 cc | 2358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
