2006 Peugeot 206 vs. 2011 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2011 Subaru Forester is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Peugeot 206. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Peugeot 206 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Forester (170 HP) has 83 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 206. (87 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Forester weights approximately 543 kg more than 2006 Peugeot 206. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Peugeot 206. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Forester 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, 2011 Subaru Forester (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot 206. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Peugeot 206 | 2011 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Peugeot | Subaru |
Model | 206 | Forester |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 170 HP |
Torque | 133 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 954 kg | 1497 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1699 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.9 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |