2008 Toyota Tacoma vs. 1995 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2008 Toyota Tacoma 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Tacoma (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1995 Peugeot 406. (191 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Tacoma 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 Tacoma.
Because 2008 Toyota Tacoma 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 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, 2008 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Peugeot 406. (267 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Tacoma | 1995 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Toyota | Peugeot |
| Model | Tacoma | 406 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3956 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1352 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3590 mm | 2710 mm |
