2000 Honda Insight vs. 1999 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2000 Honda Insight is newer by 1 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 1,124 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Insight (67 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1999 Peugeot 206. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 1999 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2000 Honda Insight.
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, 2000 Honda Insight (123 Nm) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Peugeot 206. (94 Nm). This means 2000 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Peugeot 206. 2000 Honda Insight 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. 2000 Honda Insight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda Insight | 1999 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Insight | 206 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Type | electric | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2450 mm |
