1968 Jaguar 240 vs. 2000 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2000 Peugeot 206 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Jaguar 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Jaguar 240 would be higher. At 2,483 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Jaguar 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Jaguar 240 (131 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2000 Peugeot 206. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Jaguar 240 should accelerate faster than 2000 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jaguar 240 weights approximately 300 kg more than 2000 Peugeot 206. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Jaguar 240 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Jaguar 240. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Peugeot 206, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1968 Jaguar 240 (204 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Peugeot 206. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Jaguar 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Jaguar 240 | 2000 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Peugeot |
| Model | 240 | 206 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2483 cc | 1578 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 47 L |
