2006 Toyota Tacoma 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 Tacoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Tacoma would be higher. At 2,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2012 Peugeot 408. (110 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2012 Peugeot 408.
Because 2006 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 2006 Toyota Tacoma. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Peugeot 408, 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, 2006 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Peugeot 408. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Peugeot 408.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Tacoma | 2012 Peugeot 408 | |
| Make | Toyota | Peugeot |
| Model | Tacoma | 408 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 159 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1815 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1525 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3250 mm | 2710 mm |
