1997 Peugeot 806 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Peugeot 806. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Peugeot 806 would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Touran (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1997 Peugeot 806. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1997 Peugeot 806. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 191 kg more than 1997 Peugeot 806. 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, 2006 Volkswagen Touran (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Peugeot 806. (153 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Peugeot 806. 2006 Volkswagen Touran has automatic transmission and 1997 Peugeot 806 has manual transmission. 1997 Peugeot 806 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Volkswagen Touran will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Peugeot 806 | 2006 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
| Model | 806 | Touran |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1762 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1636 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2680 mm |
