2001 Peugeot 206 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 11 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Cruze is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze (122 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2001 Peugeot 206. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze should accelerate faster than 2001 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Cruze weights approximately 275 kg more than 2001 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, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze (154 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Peugeot 206. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Cruze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Peugeot 206 | 2012 Chevrolet Cruze | |
| Make | Peugeot | Chevrolet |
| Model | 206 | Cruze |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1797 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 59 L |
