2002 Peugeot 206 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 9 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Golf (89 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2002 Peugeot 206. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2002 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 279 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, 2011 Volkswagen Golf (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Peugeot 206. (147 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Peugeot 206 | 2011 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
| Model | 206 | Golf |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1359 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1314 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4199 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
