2005 Holden Vectra vs. 1995 Peugeot 806
To start off, 2005 Holden Vectra is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Peugeot 806. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Peugeot 806 would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Holden Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Holden Vectra (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1995 Peugeot 806. (92 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Vectra should accelerate faster than 1995 Peugeot 806. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 806 weights approximately 110 kg more than 2005 Holden Vectra.
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, 2005 Holden Vectra (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Peugeot 806. (200 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Peugeot 806.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Holden Vectra | 1995 Peugeot 806 | |
| Make | Holden | Peugeot |
| Model | Vectra | 806 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 92 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2830 mm |
