1995 Peugeot 106 vs. 1997 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1997 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Peugeot 106. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Peugeot 106 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volkswagen Golf (150 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1995 Peugeot 106. (100 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1995 Peugeot 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 402 kg more than 1995 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, 1997 Volkswagen Golf (202 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Peugeot 106. (109 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 1997 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Peugeot 106.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Peugeot 106 | 1997 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
| Model | 106 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1292 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 211 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1212 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
