2006 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2012 Peugeot 408
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 408 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser (201 HP) has 58 more horse power than 2012 Peugeot 408. (143 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2012 Peugeot 408.
Because 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Peugeot 408. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Toyota Land Cruiser (431 Nm) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Peugeot 408. (240 Nm). This means 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Peugeot 408.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2012 Peugeot 408 | |
| Make | Toyota | Peugeot |
| Model | Land Cruiser | 408 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4164 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 143 HP |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.6 seconds | 12.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1815 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1525 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2710 mm |
