2000 Mercury Sable vs. 2006 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2006 Peugeot 206 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercury Sable. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercury Sable would be higher. At 2,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercury Sable (153 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 206. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercury Sable weights approximately 365 kg more than 2006 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, 2000 Mercury Sable (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot 206. (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2000 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Peugeot 206. 2000 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 2006 Peugeot 206 has manual transmission. 2006 Peugeot 206 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Mercury Sable | 2006 Peugeot 206 | |
Make | Mercury | Peugeot |
Model | Sable | 206 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2984 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 50 L |