2001 Citroen Osee vs. 1996 Peugeot 106
To start off, 2001 Citroen Osee is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Peugeot 106. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Peugeot 106 would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Citroen Osee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen Osee (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1996 Peugeot 106. (118 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen Osee should accelerate faster than 1996 Peugeot 106.
Because 2001 Citroen Osee 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 2001 Citroen Osee. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Peugeot 106, 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, 2001 Citroen Osee (272 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Peugeot 106. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen Osee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Peugeot 106. 2001 Citroen Osee has automatic transmission and 1996 Peugeot 106 has manual transmission. 1996 Peugeot 106 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Citroen Osee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen Osee | 1996 Peugeot 106 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | Osee | 106 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1380 mm |
