2002 Peugeot 406 vs. 2009 Subaru Outback Sport
To start off, 2009 Subaru Outback Sport is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Peugeot 406 would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Outback Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Outback Sport (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2002 Peugeot 406. (152 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Outback Sport should accelerate faster than 2002 Peugeot 406.
Because 2009 Subaru Outback Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Peugeot 406. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Outback Sport 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, 2009 Subaru Outback Sport (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Peugeot 406. (210 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Outback Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Peugeot 406 | 2009 Subaru Outback Sport | |
| Make | Peugeot | Subaru |
| Model | 406 | Outback Sport |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2230 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2630 mm |
