2001 Peugeot 406 vs. 2008 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2008 Subaru Forester is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Peugeot 406 would be higher. At 2,456 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Forester (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2001 Peugeot 406. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2001 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Forester weights approximately 198 kg more than 2001 Peugeot 406. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Peugeot 406. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Forester 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, 2001 Peugeot 406 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Peugeot 406 | 2008 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Peugeot | Subaru |
| Model | 406 | Forester |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2229 cc | 2456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1608 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
