2002 Peugeot 406 vs. 2010 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2010 Subaru Impreza is newer by 8 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Impreza (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2002 Peugeot 406. (152 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2002 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 43 kg more than 2002 Peugeot 406. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Peugeot 406. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza 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, 2010 Subaru Impreza (330 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Peugeot 406. (210 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Peugeot 406 | 2010 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Peugeot | Subaru |
Model | 406 | Impreza |
Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2230 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 152 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2619 mm |