2005 Toyota Tacoma vs. 2002 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Peugeot 406 would be higher. At 3,948 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2002 Peugeot 406. (134 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2002 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 324 kg more than 2002 Peugeot 406. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Tacoma is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Toyota Tacoma. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Peugeot 406, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota Tacoma (382 Nm) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Peugeot 406. (191 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Tacoma | 2002 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Toyota | Peugeot |
| Model | Tacoma | 406 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3948 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 382 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1674 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3240 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 70 L |
