1998 Peugeot 205 vs. 1995 Peugeot 106
To start off, 1998 Peugeot 205 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Peugeot 106. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Peugeot 106 would be higher. At 1,293 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Peugeot 205 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Peugeot 205 (102 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1995 Peugeot 106. (100 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1995 Peugeot 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 106 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1998 Peugeot 205.
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, 1998 Peugeot 205 (122 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Peugeot 106. (109 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 1998 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Peugeot 106.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Peugeot 205 | 1995 Peugeot 106 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Peugeot |
| Model | 205 | 106 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1293 cc | 1292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.2 mm | 73.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
