2012 Volkswagen Sharan vs. 1997 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Peugeot 206. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Peugeot 206 would be higher. At 2,000 cc, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan (1,973 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1893 more horse power than 1997 Peugeot 206. (80 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1997 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 820 kg more than 1997 Peugeot 206. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Peugeot 206. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Volkswagen Sharan | 1997 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Peugeot |
| Model | Sharan | 206 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 1973 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4854 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1904 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2919 mm | 2450 mm |
