1997 Daihatsu Applause vs. 2006 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2006 Peugeot 206 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Daihatsu Applause. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Daihatsu Applause would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Daihatsu Applause is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Daihatsu Applause (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 206. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Daihatsu Applause should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1997 Daihatsu Applause.
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, 1997 Daihatsu Applause (134 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot 206. (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Daihatsu Applause will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Daihatsu Applause | 2006 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Peugeot |
| Model | Applause | 206 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.6 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 50 L |
