1999 Peugeot 206 vs. 2001 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2001 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Peugeot 206. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Peugeot 206 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Nissan X-Trail (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1999 Peugeot 206. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1999 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 605 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 2001 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Peugeot 206. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Nissan X-Trail will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Nissan X-Trail (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Peugeot 206. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Peugeot 206 | 2001 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Peugeot | Nissan |
| Model | 206 | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
| 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 | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
