2002 Peugeot 206 vs. 2006 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2006 Peugeot 206 is newer by 4 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 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Peugeot 206 (87 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2002 Peugeot 206. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 2002 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 35 kg more than 2006 Peugeot 206.
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 206 (147 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot 206. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2002 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Peugeot 206 | 2006 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Peugeot |
| Model | 206 | 206 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1359 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
