1994 Ford Aspire vs. 2005 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 206 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Aspire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Aspire would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Peugeot 206 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1994 Ford Aspire. (63 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Aspire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 297 kg more than 1994 Ford Aspire. 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, 2005 Peugeot 206 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Aspire. (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Aspire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Aspire | 2005 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Aspire | 206 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1227 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 47 L |
