2001 Dodge Dakota vs. 2006 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2006 Peugeot 206 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Dodge Dakota (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 206. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 530 kg more than 2006 Peugeot 206. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Peugeot 206. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Dakota 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 Dodge Dakota (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot 206. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2001 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Dodge Dakota | 2006 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Dodge | Peugeot |
| Model | Dakota | 206 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2450 mm |
