2000 Peugeot 206 vs. 2013 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2013 Ford Fusion is newer by 13 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Fusion (234 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2000 Peugeot 206. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 2000 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Fusion weights approximately 420 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.
Because 2013 Ford Fusion is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Peugeot 206. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford Fusion will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Ford Fusion (339 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Peugeot 206. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Peugeot 206 | 2013 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Peugeot | Ford |
| Model | 206 | Fusion |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1578 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 234 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4869 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2121 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 66 L |
