2002 Peugeot 406 vs. 2009 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2009 Toyota Sienna is newer by 7 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 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2002 Peugeot 406. (152 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2002 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 92 kg more than 2009 Toyota Sienna.
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, 2009 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Peugeot 406. (210 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Peugeot 406. 2009 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 2002 Peugeot 406 has manual transmission. 2002 Peugeot 406 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Peugeot 406 | 2009 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 406 | Sienna |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2230 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3040 mm |
