2005 Peugeot 206 vs. 2011 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2011 Toyota Venza is newer by 6 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Venza (182 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 206. (89 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Venza weights approximately 706 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.
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, 2011 Toyota Venza (246 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 206. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 206. 2011 Toyota Venza has automatic transmission and 2005 Peugeot 206 has manual transmission. 2005 Peugeot 206 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Peugeot 206 | 2011 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 206 | Venza |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1706 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4801 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 67 L |
