1998 Peugeot 106 vs. 1999 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Peugeot 106. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Peugeot 106 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Sharan (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1998 Peugeot 106. (44 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1998 Peugeot 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 870 kg more than 1998 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, 1999 Volkswagen Sharan (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Peugeot 106. (70 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Peugeot 106.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Peugeot 106 | 1999 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
| Model | 106 | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 953 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
