2008 Toyota Sienna vs. 1995 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2008 Toyota Sienna is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Peugeot 406 would be higher. At 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1995 Peugeot 406. (191 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1995 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 188 kg more than 2008 Toyota Sienna.
Because 2008 Toyota Sienna is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Peugeot 406. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sienna 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, 2008 Toyota Sienna (333 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Peugeot 406. (267 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Sienna | 1995 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Toyota | Peugeot |
| Model | Sienna | 406 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3456 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1352 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2710 mm |
