2007 Peugeot 206 vs. 2007 Toyota 4Runner

To start off, both 2007 Peugeot 206 and 2007 Toyota 4Runner were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota 4Runner (236 HP) has 128 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 206. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 267 kg more than 2007 Peugeot 206. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Peugeot 206. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2007 Toyota 4Runner (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 206. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 206. 2007 Toyota 4Runner has automatic transmission and 2007 Peugeot 206 has manual transmission. 2007 Peugeot 206 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota 4Runner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Peugeot 206 2007 Toyota 4Runner
Make Peugeot Toyota
Model 206 4Runner
Year Released 2007 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1587 cc 3956 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 108 HP 236 HP
Torque 148 Nm 361 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1088 kg 1355 kg
Vehicle Length 3830 mm 4810 mm
Vehicle Width 1680 mm 1920 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1820 mm
Wheelbase Size 2450 mm 2800 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.4 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 87 L