1996 Peugeot 106 vs. 2012 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2012 Subaru Forester is newer by 16 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Forester (145 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1996 Peugeot 106. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1996 Peugeot 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Forester weights approximately 770 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.
Because 2012 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Peugeot 106. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Subaru Forester (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Peugeot 106. (87 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Peugeot 106.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Peugeot 106 | 2012 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Peugeot | Subaru |
| Model | 106 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1674 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2616 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 64 L |
