1999 Peugeot 206 vs. 2001 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2001 Toyota Corolla 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Corolla (87 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1999 Peugeot 206. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1999 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 315 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, 2001 Toyota Corolla (221 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Peugeot 206. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Peugeot 206 | 2001 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 206 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 17.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
