2001 Peugeot 206 vs. 2012 Honda Insight
To start off, 2012 Honda Insight 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Peugeot 206 (114 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2012 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Insight weights approximately 271 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, 2012 Honda Insight (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Peugeot 206. (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Peugeot 206 | 2012 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Peugeot | Honda |
| Model | 206 | Insight |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1246 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 5.7 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |
