1999 Peugeot Nautilus vs. 2009 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Peugeot Nautilus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Peugeot Nautilus would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Peugeot Nautilus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Peugeot Nautilus (191 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen T5. (172 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Peugeot Nautilus should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen T5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Peugeot Nautilus weights approximately 766 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen T5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Volkswagen T5 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Peugeot Nautilus. (267 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Peugeot Nautilus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Peugeot Nautilus | 2009 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
| Model | Nautilus | T5 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 267 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3010 mm |
