2008 Peugeot Partner vs. 2012 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Peugeot Partner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Peugeot Partner would be higher. At 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2008 Peugeot Partner. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2008 Peugeot Partner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 157 kg more than 2008 Peugeot Partner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 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 2012 Toyota Tacoma. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Peugeot Partner, 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, 2012 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Peugeot Partner. (126 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Peugeot Partner. 2012 Toyota Tacoma has automatic transmission and 2008 Peugeot Partner has manual transmission. 2008 Peugeot Partner will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Toyota Tacoma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Peugeot Partner | 2012 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
Model | Partner | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1867 cc | 2694 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1332 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3240 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 79 L |