1998 Peugeot 806 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Transporter
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Peugeot 806. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Peugeot 806 would be higher. At 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Transporter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter (104 HP) has 2 more horse power than 1998 Peugeot 806. (102 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter should accelerate faster than 1998 Peugeot 806.
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, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Peugeot 806. (153 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Transporter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Peugeot 806.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Peugeot 806 | 2006 Volkswagen Transporter | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
| Model | 806 | Transporter |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1760 cc | 1894 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3010 mm |
