2002 Peugeot 206 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 10 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 1,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Peugeot 206 (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Polo. (69 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 32 kg more than 2002 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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Polo. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Peugeot 206 | 2012 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
| Model | 206 | Polo |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1359 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1067 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1682 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2470 mm |
