1999 Peugeot 206 vs. 1997 Rover 600
To start off, 1999 Peugeot 206 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Rover 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Rover 600 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Rover 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Rover 600 (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1999 Peugeot 206. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Rover 600 should accelerate faster than 1999 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Rover 600 weights approximately 350 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.
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 Rover 600 (160 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Peugeot 206. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1997 Rover 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Peugeot 206 | 1997 Rover 600 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Rover |
| Model | 206 | 600 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2730 mm |
