1999 Peugeot 806 vs. 1995 Porsche 911
To start off, 1999 Peugeot 806 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 911 (430 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 322 more horse power than 1999 Peugeot 806. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1999 Peugeot 806. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Peugeot 806 weights approximately 380 kg more than 1995 Porsche 911.
Because 1995 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Peugeot 806, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Porsche 911 (540 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Peugeot 806. (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1995 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Peugeot 806.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Peugeot 806 | 1995 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Porsche |
| Model | 806 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 430 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2280 mm |
