2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 1998 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Peugeot 206. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Peugeot 206 would be higher. At 4,157 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (269 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1998 Peugeot 206. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1998 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 1146 kg more than 1998 Peugeot 206. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Peugeot 206. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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, 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (374 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Peugeot 206. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 1998 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
| Model | TrailBlazer | 206 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4157 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 269 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 954 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 50 L |
