2002 Peugeot 206 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Peugeot 206. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Peugeot 206 would be higher. At 3,188 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2002 Peugeot 206. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2002 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1319 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.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Peugeot 206. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Peugeot 206. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Peugeot 206 | 2005 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
| Model | 206 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 3188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 2229 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 100 L |
