1998 Peugeot Partner vs. 2005 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Multivan is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Peugeot Partner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Peugeot Partner would be higher. At 2,460 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Multivan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Multivan (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1998 Peugeot Partner. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Multivan should accelerate faster than 1998 Peugeot Partner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Multivan weights approximately 237 kg more than 1998 Peugeot Partner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Multivan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Peugeot Partner. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Multivan 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 Multivan (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Peugeot Partner. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Multivan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Peugeot Partner.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Peugeot Partner | 2005 Volkswagen Multivan | |
Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
Model | Partner | Multivan |
Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2460 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2860 mm |