2002 Peugeot 406 vs. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Peugeot 406 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg (306 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2002 Peugeot 406. (152 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2002 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 978 kg more than 2002 Peugeot 406. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Peugeot 406. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg (410 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Peugeot 406. (210 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Peugeot 406 | 2003 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
Model | 406 | Touareg |
Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2230 cc | 4172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 152 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 2400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2860 mm |