2007 Peugeot 206 vs. 2002 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 206 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Subaru Outback would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Subaru Outback (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 206. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Subaru Outback weights approximately 463 kg more than 2007 Peugeot 206. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Subaru Outback (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 206. (205 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2002 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 206. 2002 Subaru Outback has automatic transmission and 2007 Peugeot 206 has manual transmission. 2007 Peugeot 206 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Subaru Outback will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Peugeot 206 | 2002 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Peugeot | Subaru |
| Model | 206 | Outback |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1027 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |
