2005 Peugeot 206 vs. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Peugeot 206. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Peugeot 206 would be higher. At 2,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser (164 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 206. (74 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 841 kg more than 2005 Peugeot 206. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Peugeot 206. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser (410 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 206. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Peugeot 206 | 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 206 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.3 seconds | 12.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 87 L |
