1995 Peugeot 806 vs. 2006 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2006 Subaru Forester is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Peugeot 806. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Peugeot 806 would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Forester (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1995 Peugeot 806. (92 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1995 Peugeot 806. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 806 weights approximately 7 kg more than 2006 Subaru Forester.
Because 2006 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Peugeot 806. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Forester 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, 2006 Subaru Forester (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Peugeot 806. (200 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Peugeot 806.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Peugeot 806 | 2006 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Peugeot | Subaru |
| Model | 806 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.8:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2530 mm |
