2002 Hyundai Elantra vs. 2002 Peugeot 206
To start off, both 2002 Hyundai Elantra and 2002 Peugeot 206 were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Hyundai Elantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Hyundai Elantra (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2002 Peugeot 206. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 2002 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Hyundai Elantra weights approximately 130 kg more than 2002 Peugeot 206. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Hyundai Elantra (183 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Peugeot 206. (147 Nm). This means 2002 Hyundai Elantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Hyundai Elantra | 2002 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Peugeot |
| Model | Elantra | 206 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |
