1998 Peugeot 806 vs. 1995 Rover 200
To start off, 1998 Peugeot 806 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Rover 200 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Rover 200 (144 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1998 Peugeot 806. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1998 Peugeot 806. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Peugeot 806 weights approximately 365 kg more than 1995 Rover 200.
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, 1995 Rover 200 (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Peugeot 806. (153 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Peugeot 806.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Peugeot 806 | 1995 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Rover |
| Model | 806 | 200 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1760 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |
