1996 Peugeot 106 vs. 2009 Peugeot 1007
To start off, 2009 Peugeot 1007 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Peugeot 106. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Peugeot 106 would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Peugeot 1007 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Peugeot 1007 (104 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1996 Peugeot 106. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Peugeot 1007 should accelerate faster than 1996 Peugeot 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Peugeot 1007 weights approximately 438 kg more than 1996 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, 2009 Peugeot 1007 (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Peugeot 106. (87 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Peugeot 1007 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Peugeot 106.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Peugeot 106 | 2009 Peugeot 1007 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Peugeot |
| Model | 106 | 1007 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1218 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 40 L |
