2003 Nissan 350Z vs. 2003 Peugeot 206
To start off, both 2003 Nissan 350Z 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 3,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan 350Z (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2003 Peugeot 206. (174 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 2003 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 390 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 Nissan 350Z 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 Nissan 350Z. 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 Nissan 350Z (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Peugeot 206. (205 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Nissan 350Z | 2003 Peugeot 206 | |
Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
Model | 350Z | 206 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3490 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 50 L |