2000 Peugeot Kart Up vs. 2008 Toyota Camry

To start off, 2008 Toyota Camry is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Peugeot Kart Up. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Peugeot Kart Up would be higher. At 3,311 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 210 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar.

Because 2000 Peugeot Kart Up is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Peugeot Kart Up. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Camry, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Toyota Camry (298 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Peugeot Kart Up. (289 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Peugeot Kart Up. 2008 Toyota Camry has automatic transmission and 2000 Peugeot Kart Up has manual transmission. 2000 Peugeot Kart Up will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Toyota Camry will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Peugeot Kart Up 2008 Toyota Camry
Make Peugeot Toyota
Model Kart Up Camry
Year Released 2000 2008
Engine Size 2945 cc 3311 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 210 HP 210 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 289 Nm 298 Nm
Torque RPM 3750 RPM 3600 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Length 3290 mm 4900 mm
Vehicle Width 1530 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1090 mm 1440 mm


 

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