2001 Peugeot 806 vs. 2002 Toyota Mega Cruiser

To start off, 2002 Toyota Mega Cruiser is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Peugeot 806. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Peugeot 806 would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Mega Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Mega Cruiser (154 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2001 Peugeot 806. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Mega Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2001 Peugeot 806. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 1325 kg more than 2001 Peugeot 806. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2002 Toyota Mega Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Peugeot 806. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Mega Cruiser 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, 2002 Toyota Mega Cruiser (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Peugeot 806. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Mega Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Peugeot 806.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Peugeot 806 2002 Toyota Mega Cruiser
Make Peugeot Toyota
Model 806 Mega Cruiser
Year Released 2001 2002
Body Type Minivan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1997 cc 4164 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 134 HP 154 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 3200 RPM
Torque 190 Nm 391 Nm
Torque RPM 4100 RPM 1800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 8 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1525 kg 2850 kg
Vehicle Length 4460 mm 5140 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 2180 mm
Vehicle Height 1720 mm 2290 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 3400 mm


 

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