1997 Peugeot 206 vs. 2008 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2008 Toyota Aygo is newer by 11 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 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Peugeot 206 (80 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Aygo. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Aygo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 105 kg more than 2008 Toyota Aygo. 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, 1997 Peugeot 206 (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Aygo. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Aygo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Peugeot 206 | 2008 Toyota Aygo | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 206 | Aygo |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 3405 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1615 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 35 L |
