2006 Volkswagen Sharan vs. 2003 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Peugeot 406 would be higher. At 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2003 Peugeot 406. (136 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2003 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 199 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Sharan.
Because 2006 Volkswagen Sharan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Peugeot 406. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan 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, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Peugeot 406. (197 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Peugeot 406. 2003 Peugeot 406 has automatic transmission and 2006 Volkswagen Sharan has manual transmission. 2006 Volkswagen Sharan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Peugeot 406 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volkswagen Sharan | 2003 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Peugeot |
| Model | Sharan | 406 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 214 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1162 kg | 1361 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
