2000 Peugeot 206 vs. 2001 Rover 75
To start off, 2001 Rover 75 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Peugeot 206. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Peugeot 206 would be higher. At 1,951 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Rover 75 (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2000 Peugeot 206. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2000 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Rover 75 weights approximately 660 kg more than 2000 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 Rover 75 (260 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Peugeot 206. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Peugeot 206. 2001 Rover 75 has automatic transmission and 2000 Peugeot 206 has manual transmission. 2000 Peugeot 206 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Rover 75 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Peugeot 206 | 2001 Rover 75 | |
Make | Peugeot | Rover |
Model | 206 | 75 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1122 cc | 1951 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2830 mm |