2011 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 1997 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 14 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg (380 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1997 Peugeot 406. (191 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1997 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 959 kg more than 1997 Peugeot 406. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Peugeot 406. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg (576 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Peugeot 406. (267 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Volkswagen Touareg | 1997 Peugeot 406 | |
Make | Volkswagen | Peugeot |
Model | Touareg | 406 |
Year Released | 2011 | 1997 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 191 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 576 Nm | 267 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2329 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4796 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1941 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1732 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2893 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 45 L |