2003 Peugeot 206 vs. 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser

To start off, 2003 Peugeot 206 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 2,981 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser (161 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2003 Peugeot 206. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2003 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 760 kg more than 2003 Peugeot 206. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Peugeot 206. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Land 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, 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Peugeot 206. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Peugeot 206. 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser has automatic transmission and 2003 Peugeot 206 has manual transmission. 2003 Peugeot 206 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Peugeot 206 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser
Make Peugeot Toyota
Model 206 Land Cruiser
Year Released 2003 2001
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1580 cc 2981 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 108 HP 161 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 3400 RPM
Torque 147 Nm 343 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 1600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1140 kg 1900 kg
Vehicle Length 3840 mm 4300 mm
Vehicle Width 1680 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1870 mm
Wheelbase Size 2450 mm 2370 mm


 

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