2002 Mazda 2 vs. 2002 Peugeot 406
To start off, both 2002 Mazda 2 and 2002 Peugeot 406 were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Peugeot 406 (152 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2002 Mazda 2. (78 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 297 kg more than 2002 Mazda 2. 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 Peugeot 406 (210 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda 2. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Mazda 2 | 2002 Peugeot 406 | |
Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
Model | 2 | 406 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1388 cc | 2230 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 78 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5650 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1422 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2710 mm |