2001 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2003 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2003 Peugeot 206 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Crown Victoria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Crown Victoria would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Crown Victoria (221 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2003 Peugeot 206. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 2003 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 637 kg more than 2003 Peugeot 206. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Ford Crown Victoria is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Ford Crown Victoria. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Peugeot 206, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford Crown Victoria (370 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Peugeot 206. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Peugeot 206. 2001 Ford Crown Victoria has automatic transmission and 2003 Peugeot 206 has manual transmission. 2003 Peugeot 206 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Ford Crown Victoria will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Crown Victoria | 2003 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Crown Victoria | 206 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1777 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 47 L |
