1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass 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 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2001 Peugeot 206. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 2001 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 374 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 Oldsmobile Cutlass (249 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Peugeot 206. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2001 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Peugeot |
| Model | Cutlass | 206 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 50 L |
