1999 Peugeot 206 vs. 1999 Kia Clarus
To start off, both 1999 Peugeot 206 and 1999 Kia Clarus were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Clarus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Kia Clarus (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1999 Peugeot 206. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Clarus should accelerate faster than 1999 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Clarus weights approximately 340 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, 1999 Kia Clarus (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Peugeot 206. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Clarus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Peugeot 206. 1999 Kia Clarus 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 Kia Clarus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Peugeot 206 | 1999 Kia Clarus | |
Make | Peugeot | Kia |
Model | 206 | Clarus |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2670 mm |