1995 Pontiac Sunfire vs. 1997 Peugeot 206
To start off, 1997 Peugeot 206 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Pontiac Sunfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Pontiac Sunfire would be higher. At 2,475 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Pontiac Sunfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Pontiac Sunfire (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1997 Peugeot 206. (80 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Pontiac Sunfire should accelerate faster than 1997 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Pontiac Sunfire weights approximately 584 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, 1995 Pontiac Sunfire (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Peugeot 206. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1995 Pontiac Sunfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Pontiac Sunfire | 1997 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Peugeot |
| Model | Sunfire | 206 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2475 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
