1995 Peugeot 106 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 13 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Peugeot 106 (100 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 106 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 763 kg more than 1995 Peugeot 106.
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, 2008 Volkswagen Touran (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Peugeot 106. (109 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Peugeot 106.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Peugeot 106 | 2008 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
| Model | 106 | Touran |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1292 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.2 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1573 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
