2007 Toyota Tacoma vs. 2003 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2007 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Peugeot 406 would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Tacoma (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2003 Peugeot 406. (136 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2003 Peugeot 406.
Because 2007 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Peugeot 406. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Tacoma 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 Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Peugeot 406. (197 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Toyota Tacoma | 2003 Peugeot 406 | |
Make | Toyota | Peugeot |
Model | Tacoma | 406 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3956 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 236 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 361 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3590 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 70 L |