1999 Pontiac Sunfire vs. 2005 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 206 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Pontiac Sunfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Pontiac Sunfire would be higher. At 2,201 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Pontiac Sunfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Pontiac Sunfire (115 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 206. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Pontiac Sunfire should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Pontiac Sunfire weights approximately 60 kg more than 2005 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 Pontiac Sunfire (183 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 206. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Pontiac Sunfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 206. 2005 Peugeot 206 has automatic transmission and 1999 Pontiac Sunfire has manual transmission. 1999 Pontiac Sunfire will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Peugeot 206 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Pontiac Sunfire | 2005 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Peugeot |
| Model | Sunfire | 206 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2201 cc | 1579 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 47 L |
