1999 Opel Vectra vs. 2007 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 206 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Vectra (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 206. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Vectra weights approximately 442 kg more than 2007 Peugeot 206. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Opel Vectra (170 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 206. (160 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Vectra | 2007 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Vectra | 206 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1410 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 73.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2450 mm |
