2003 Peugeot Partner vs. 2008 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2008 Toyota Hilux is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Peugeot Partner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Peugeot Partner would be higher. At 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 614 kg more than 2003 Peugeot Partner.
Because 2008 Toyota Hilux is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Peugeot Partner. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Hilux 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, 2008 Toyota Hilux (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Peugeot Partner. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Peugeot Partner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Peugeot Partner | 2008 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | Partner | Hilux |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 93.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
