2005 Peugeot 406 vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, both 2005 Peugeot 406 and 2005 Toyota Corolla were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Peugeot 406 (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (96 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 259 kg more than 2005 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2005 Peugeot 406 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Peugeot 406 | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
Model | 406 | Corolla |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 71.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1344 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |