1996 Peugeot 806 vs. 2002 Porsche 996
To start off, 2002 Porsche 996 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Peugeot 806. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Peugeot 806 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1996 Peugeot 806. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1996 Peugeot 806. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Porsche 996 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1996 Peugeot 806. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Porsche 996 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Peugeot 806. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Porsche 996 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, 2002 Porsche 996 (371 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Peugeot 806. (153 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Peugeot 806.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Peugeot 806 | 2002 Porsche 996 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Porsche |
| Model | 806 | 996 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1762 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 371 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2360 mm |
