2001 Toyota Avalon vs. 1997 Peugeot 406

To start off, 2001 Toyota Avalon is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Peugeot 406 would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Avalon (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1997 Peugeot 406. (191 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 1997 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 311 kg more than 1997 Peugeot 406. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2001 Toyota Avalon (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Peugeot 406. (267 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Peugeot 406.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Toyota Avalon 1997 Peugeot 406
Make Toyota Peugeot
Model Avalon 406
Year Released 2001 1997
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2982 cc 2946 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 210 HP 191 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 298 Nm 267 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1681 kg 1370 kg
Vehicle Length 4880 mm 4630 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1360 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2610 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.7 L/100km 8.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 45 L


 

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