2000 Suzuki Vitara vs. 1995 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2000 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Peugeot 406 would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Peugeot 406 (192 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2000 Suzuki Vitara. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 2000 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 300 kg more than 2000 Suzuki Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Peugeot 406. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Suzuki Vitara 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, 1995 Peugeot 406 (267 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Suzuki Vitara. (138 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1995 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Suzuki Vitara. 1995 Peugeot 406 has automatic transmission and 2000 Suzuki Vitara has manual transmission. 2000 Suzuki Vitara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Peugeot 406 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Suzuki Vitara | 1995 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Suzuki | Peugeot |
| Model | Vitara | 406 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2710 mm |
