2005 Peugeot 206 vs. 2010 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2010 Subaru Impreza is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Peugeot 206. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Peugeot 206 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 (305 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 206. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 206.
Because 2010 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Peugeot 206. 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 (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 206. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Peugeot 206 | 2010 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Peugeot | Subaru |
| Model | 206 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1796 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2624 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 64 L |
