1997 Peugeot 206 vs. 1998 Rover 200
To start off, 1998 Rover 200 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Peugeot 206. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Peugeot 206 would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Rover 200 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1997 Peugeot 206. (80 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1997 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Rover 200 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1997 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, 1998 Rover 200 (128 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Peugeot 206. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Peugeot 206 | 1998 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Rover |
| Model | 206 | 200 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2510 mm |
