2001 Peugeot 206 vs. 2013 Smart Fortwo
To start off, 2013 Smart Fortwo is newer by 12 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 (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2013 Smart Fortwo. (71 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 2013 Smart Fortwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 190 kg more than 2013 Smart Fortwo. 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 Peugeot 206 (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Smart Fortwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Smart Fortwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Peugeot 206 | 2013 Smart Fortwo | |
| Make | Peugeot | Smart |
| Model | 206 | Fortwo |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 2695 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1559 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 1867 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 5.7 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 33 L |
