2005 Peugeot 406 vs. 2010 Renault Trafic
To start off, 2010 Renault Trafic is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Peugeot 406 would be higher. 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 34 more horse power than 2010 Renault Trafic. (100 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Trafic.
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, 2010 Renault Trafic (241 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 406. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2010 Renault Trafic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Peugeot 406 | 2010 Renault Trafic | |
| Make | Peugeot | Renault |
| Model | 406 | Trafic |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 14.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
