2003 Mazda Premacy vs. 2006 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2006 Peugeot 206 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mazda Premacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda Premacy would be higher. At 1,969 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda Premacy (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 206. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 356 kg more than 2006 Peugeot 206. 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, 2003 Mazda Premacy (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot 206. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mazda Premacy | 2006 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | Premacy | 206 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 178 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 954 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 50 L |
