1996 Ford Scorpio vs. 2001 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2001 Peugeot 206 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Scorpio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Scorpio would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Scorpio (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2001 Peugeot 206. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 2001 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 206 kg more than 2001 Peugeot 206. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Ford Scorpio (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Peugeot 206. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Scorpio | 2001 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Scorpio | 206 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 82 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
