1998 Chevrolet Metro vs. 2007 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 206 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Metro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Metro would be higher. At 1,410 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Metro (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 206. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Metro should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1998 Chevrolet Metro.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Peugeot 206 (160 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chevrolet Metro. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chevrolet Metro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Metro | 2007 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
| Model | Metro | 206 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1410 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2450 mm |
