1997 Peugeot Nautilus vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 16 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (233 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1997 Peugeot Nautilus. (194 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1997 Peugeot Nautilus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 959 kg more than 1997 Peugeot Nautilus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Peugeot Nautilus. (272 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Peugeot Nautilus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Peugeot Nautilus | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | Nautilus | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2945 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 233 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 95 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1834 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5286 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1775 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3246 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
