2000 Peugeot Partner vs. 1996 Toyota Cresta
To start off, 2000 Peugeot Partner is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Cresta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Cresta would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Cresta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Cresta (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2000 Peugeot Partner. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Cresta should accelerate faster than 2000 Peugeot Partner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Cresta weights approximately 235 kg more than 2000 Peugeot Partner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Toyota Cresta 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 1996 Toyota Cresta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Peugeot Partner, 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, 1996 Toyota Cresta (255 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Peugeot Partner. (130 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Cresta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Peugeot Partner. 1996 Toyota Cresta has automatic transmission and 2000 Peugeot Partner has manual transmission. 2000 Peugeot Partner will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Toyota Cresta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Peugeot Partner | 1996 Toyota Cresta | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | Partner | Cresta |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1866 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2680 mm |
