2005 Volkswagen GTI vs. 1998 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen GTI is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Peugeot 406 would be higher. At 2,784 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen GTI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen GTI (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1998 Peugeot 406. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen GTI should accelerate faster than 1998 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen GTI weights approximately 33 kg more than 1998 Peugeot 406. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Volkswagen GTI (264 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Peugeot 406. (190 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen GTI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volkswagen GTI | 1998 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Peugeot |
| Model | GTI | 406 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2784 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1377 kg | 1344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
