1996 Peugeot 205 vs. 2005 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2005 Subaru Forester is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Forester (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1996 Peugeot 205. (102 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1996 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Forester weights approximately 609 kg more than 1996 Peugeot 205. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Peugeot 205. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Subaru Forester (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Peugeot 205. (122 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Peugeot 205 | 2005 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Peugeot | Subaru |
| Model | 205 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1399 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
