2001 Peugeot Partner vs. 2005 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2005 Toyota Highlander is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Peugeot Partner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Peugeot Partner would be higher. At 3,309 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Highlander (230 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2001 Peugeot Partner. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2001 Peugeot Partner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 715 kg more than 2001 Peugeot Partner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Peugeot Partner. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Highlander 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, 2005 Toyota Highlander (343 Nm) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Peugeot Partner. (111 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Peugeot Partner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Peugeot Partner | 2005 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | Partner | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 3309 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2510 mm |
