1996 Renault 19 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 Renault 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Renault 19 would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Peugeot 206 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1996 Renault 19. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault 19 weights approximately 5 kg more than 2005 Peugeot 206.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Renault 19 (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 206. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Renault 19 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Renault 19 | 2005 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Renault | Peugeot |
| Model | 19 | 206 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1579 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 47 L |
