1999 Peugeot 106 vs. 2001 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2001 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Peugeot 106. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Peugeot 106 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen Golf (113 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1999 Peugeot 106. (44 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1999 Peugeot 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 305 kg more than 1999 Peugeot 106. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Volkswagen Golf (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Peugeot 106. (70 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Peugeot 106.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Peugeot 106 | 2001 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
| Model | 106 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4148 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1735 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2512 mm |
