2001 Peugeot 406 vs. 2005 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 406 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Peugeot 406 would be higher. Both 2001 Peugeot 406 and 2005 Peugeot 406 are equipped with a 1,997 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Peugeot 406 (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 406. (134 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 406.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Peugeot 406 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Peugeot 406. (181 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Peugeot 406 | 2005 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Peugeot |
| Model | 406 | 406 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1344 kg | 1344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
