2002 BMW 318 vs. 2001 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2002 BMW 318 is newer by 1 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 318 (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2001 Peugeot 206. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 2001 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 318 weights approximately 272 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, 2002 BMW 318 (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Peugeot 206. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 318 | 2001 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | 318 | 206 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 82 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 50 L |
