2001 Hyundai Sonata vs. 2007 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 206 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Hyundai Sonata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Hyundai Sonata would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Hyundai Sonata (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 206. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 478 kg more than 2007 Peugeot 206. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Hyundai Sonata (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 206. (160 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2001 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Hyundai Sonata | 2007 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Peugeot |
| Model | Sonata | 206 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1410 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.3 mm | 73.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1428 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |
