1992 Peugeot 106 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Peugeot 106. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Peugeot 106 would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Touran (138 HP) has 89 more horse power than 1992 Peugeot 106. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1992 Peugeot 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 384 kg more than 1992 Peugeot 106. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Volkswagen Touran (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Peugeot 106. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Peugeot 106. 2012 Volkswagen Touran has automatic transmission and 1992 Peugeot 106 has manual transmission. 1992 Peugeot 106 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Volkswagen Touran will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Peugeot 106 | 2012 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
| Model | 106 | Touran |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 149 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 21.5 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2680 mm |
