2006 Hyundai Tucson vs. 1995 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Peugeot 406 would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Tucson (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1995 Peugeot 406. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 1995 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 1 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Tucson.
Because 2006 Hyundai Tucson is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Peugeot 406. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Tucson 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, 2006 Hyundai Tucson (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Peugeot 406. (135 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Tucson | 1995 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Peugeot |
| Model | Tucson | 406 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2710 mm |
