1998 Peugeot 206 vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Peugeot 206. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Peugeot 206 would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Impreza (395 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 320 more horse power than 1998 Peugeot 206. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1998 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 551 kg more than 1998 Peugeot 206. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Peugeot 206. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza 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, 2011 Subaru Impreza (515 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 404 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Peugeot 206. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Peugeot 206 | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Peugeot | Subaru |
| Model | 206 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.2 seconds | 3.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 954 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |
