1998 Peugeot 206 vs. 2012 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2012 Subaru Forester is newer by 14 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Forester (145 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1998 Peugeot 206. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1998 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Forester weights approximately 586 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 2012 Subaru Forester 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, 2012 Subaru Forester 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, 2012 Subaru Forester (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Peugeot 206. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Peugeot 206 | 2012 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Peugeot | Subaru |
| Model | 206 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.2 seconds | 10.3 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 | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1674 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2616 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |
