2001 Peugeot 206 vs. 2006 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2006 Toyota Yaris is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Peugeot 206. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Peugeot 206 would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Peugeot 206 (114 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Yaris. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 235 kg more than 2001 Peugeot 206.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Peugeot 206 (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Yaris. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Peugeot 206 | 2006 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 206 | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 42 L |
