2006 Peugeot Partner vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Peugeot Partner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Peugeot Partner would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Touran (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot Partner. (69 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot Partner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 373 kg more than 2006 Peugeot Partner. 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, 2008 Volkswagen Touran (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot Partner. (125 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Peugeot Partner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Peugeot Partner | 2008 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
| Model | Partner | Touran |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1868 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.2 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 142 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 19.9 seconds | 13.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1573 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
