2008 Toyota Tundra vs. 1997 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2008 Toyota Tundra is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Peugeot 406 would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Tundra (237 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1997 Peugeot 406. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1997 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 14 kg more than 2008 Toyota Tundra.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Tundra (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Peugeot 406. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Tundra | 1997 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Toyota | Peugeot |
| Model | Tundra | 406 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| 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 | 237 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5820 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3710 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |
