2002 Peugeot 206 vs. 2002 Toyota Prius
To start off, both 2002 Peugeot 206 and 2002 Toyota Prius were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Prius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Prius (71 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2002 Peugeot 206. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Prius should accelerate faster than 2002 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Prius weights approximately 340 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 Toyota Prius (115 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Peugeot 206. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Prius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Peugeot 206. 2002 Toyota Prius has automatic transmission and 2002 Peugeot 206 has manual transmission. 2002 Peugeot 206 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Toyota Prius will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Peugeot 206 | 2002 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 206 | Prius |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 48 L |
