2003 Honda Fit vs. 2002 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2003 Honda Fit is newer by 1 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 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Peugeot 206 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2003 Honda Fit. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2003 Honda Fit. 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, 2002 Peugeot 206 (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Fit. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2002 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda Fit | 2002 Peugeot 206 | |
Make | Honda | Peugeot |
Model | Fit | 206 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1580 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 78.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2450 mm |