2009 Toyota 4Runner vs. 1998 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2009 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Peugeot 406 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota 4Runner (260 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1998 Peugeot 406. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1998 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 264 kg more than 2009 Toyota 4Runner.
Because 2009 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Peugeot 406. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2009 Toyota 4Runner (415 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Peugeot 406. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Toyota 4Runner | 1998 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Toyota | Peugeot |
| Model | 4Runner | 406 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 415 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 70 L |
