2002 Peugeot 206 vs. 2010 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2010 Dacia Duster is newer by 8 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Dacia Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dacia Duster (104 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2002 Peugeot 206. (57 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dacia Duster should accelerate faster than 2002 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dacia Duster weights approximately 180 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, 2010 Dacia Duster (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Peugeot 206. (95 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Dacia Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Peugeot 206 | 2010 Dacia Duster | |
| Make | Peugeot | Dacia |
| Model | 206 | Duster |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.8 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2673 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
