2010 Toyota Sequoia vs. 1995 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2010 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 15 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Sequoia (310 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1995 Peugeot 406. (191 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1995 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1036 kg more than 1995 Peugeot 406. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Toyota Sequoia 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 2010 Toyota Sequoia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 406, 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, 2010 Toyota Sequoia (443 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Peugeot 406. (267 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Toyota Sequoia | 1995 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Toyota | Peugeot |
| Model | Sequoia | 406 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 443 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2576 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 2027 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3099 mm | 2710 mm |
