2003 Peugeot 206 vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Peugeot 206. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Peugeot 206 would be higher. At 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Peugeot 206 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Impreza. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 170 kg more than 2003 Peugeot 206.
Because 2011 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Peugeot 206. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2003 Peugeot 206 (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Impreza. (142 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Peugeot 206 | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Peugeot | Subaru |
| Model | 206 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 77.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 64 L |
