2001 Peugeot 206 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Golf 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Golf (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2001 Peugeot 206. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2001 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 465 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 Volkswagen Golf (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Peugeot 206. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Peugeot 206 | 2012 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
Model | 206 | Golf |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4534 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1504 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |