1996 Hyundai Coupe vs. 2005 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 206 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Hyundai Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Hyundai Coupe would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Hyundai Coupe (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 206. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Coupe should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Hyundai Coupe weights approximately 16 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Peugeot 206 (202 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Hyundai Coupe. (181 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Hyundai Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Hyundai Coupe | 2005 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Peugeot |
| Model | Coupe | 206 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2450 mm |
