2000 Peugeot 206 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 7 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 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2000 Peugeot 206. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2000 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 279 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, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Peugeot 206. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Peugeot 206 | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
| Model | 206 | Golf |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1122 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1189 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
