1999 Peugeot 206 vs. 1998 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1999 Peugeot 206 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Subaru Legacy (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1999 Peugeot 206. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1999 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 440 kg more than 1999 Peugeot 206. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Peugeot 206. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Subaru Legacy 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, 1998 Subaru Legacy (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Peugeot 206. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Peugeot 206 | 1998 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Peugeot | Subaru |
Model | 206 | Legacy |
Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |