2003 Ferrari 360 vs. 2003 Peugeot 206
To start off, both 2003 Ferrari 360 and 2003 Peugeot 206 were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,586 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 2003 Peugeot 206. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 2003 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 144 kg more than 2003 Peugeot 206. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Ferrari 360 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Ferrari 360. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Peugeot 206, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2003 Ferrari 360 (374 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Peugeot 206. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ferrari 360 | 2003 Peugeot 206 | |
Make | Ferrari | Peugeot |
Model | 360 | 206 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3586 cc | 1580 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 78.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 47 L |