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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Rover 75 (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2000 Peugeot 206. (134 HP @ 6000 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 353 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, 2000 Peugeot 206 (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Rover 75. (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Rover 75.
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 | 1997 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2830 mm |
