1995 Toyota Corolla vs. 2001 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2001 Peugeot 206 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Corolla would be higher. Both 1995 Toyota Corolla and 2001 Peugeot 206 are equipped with a 1,587 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Peugeot 206 (114 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1995 Toyota Corolla. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 117 kg more than 2001 Peugeot 206.
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, 2001 Peugeot 206 (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota Corolla. 2001 Peugeot 206 has automatic transmission and 1995 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 1995 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Peugeot 206 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Toyota Corolla | 2001 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Toyota | Peugeot |
| Model | Corolla | 206 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2600 mm |
