1997 Peugeot 206 vs. 2001 Seat Tango
To start off, 2001 Seat Tango is newer by 4 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Seat Tango (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1997 Peugeot 206. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Seat Tango should accelerate faster than 1997 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Seat Tango weights approximately 260 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, 2001 Seat Tango (240 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Peugeot 206. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2001 Seat Tango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Peugeot 206 | 2001 Seat Tango | |
| Make | Peugeot | Seat |
| Model | 206 | Tango |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
