2005 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 2002 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg (306 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2002 Peugeot 406. (134 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2002 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 906 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 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Peugeot 406. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg (410 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Peugeot 406. (191 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Peugeot 406. 2002 Peugeot 406 has automatic transmission and 2005 Volkswagen Touareg has manual transmission. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Peugeot 406 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volkswagen Touareg | 2002 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Peugeot |
| Model | Touareg | 406 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 218 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2256 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |
