1999 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1999 Peugeot 206
To start off, both 1999 Mercedes-Benz S and 1999 Peugeot 206 were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,789 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S (362 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 303 more horse power than 1999 Peugeot 206. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1999 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 1050 kg more than 1999 Peugeot 206. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Mercedes-Benz S is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Mercedes-Benz S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Peugeot 206, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S (540 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 446 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Peugeot 206. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Peugeot 206. 1999 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 1999 Peugeot 206 has manual transmission. 1999 Peugeot 206 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 Mercedes-Benz S | 1999 Peugeot 206 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Peugeot |
Model | S | 206 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5789 cc | 1124 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 50 L |