2003 Peugeot 106 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Peugeot 106. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Peugeot 106 would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Passat (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2003 Peugeot 106. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2003 Peugeot 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 467 kg more than 2003 Peugeot 106. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Volkswagen Passat (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Peugeot 106. (87 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Peugeot 106. 2011 Volkswagen Passat has automatic transmission and 2003 Peugeot 106 has manual transmission. 2003 Peugeot 106 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Volkswagen Passat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Peugeot 106 | 2011 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
| Model | 106 | Passat |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |
