2003 Honda Insight vs. 2001 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2003 Honda Insight is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Peugeot 206. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Peugeot 206 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Peugeot 206 (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2003 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 210 kg more than 2003 Honda Insight. 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, 2001 Peugeot 206 (210 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Insight. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda Insight | 2001 Peugeot 206 | |
Make | Honda | Peugeot |
Model | Insight | 206 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 995 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2450 mm |