2003 Mazda 2 vs. 2001 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2003 Mazda 2 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Peugeot 206 (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2003 Mazda 2. (79 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda 2 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2001 Peugeot 206.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Peugeot 206 (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda 2. (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mazda 2 | 2001 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | 2 | 206 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
