2004 Peugeot 406 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, both 2004 Peugeot 406 and 2004 Volkswagen Touareg were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (306 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2004 Peugeot 406. (106 HP @ 1750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2004 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 751 kg more than 2004 Peugeot 406. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Peugeot 406. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (410 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Peugeot 406. (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Peugeot 406 | 2004 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
Model | 406 | Touareg |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 4172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 1750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 8.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1499 kg | 2250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 14.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |