2003 Peugeot 206 vs. 1999 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2003 Peugeot 206 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 1,364 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Yaris (84 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2003 Peugeot 206. (57 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 2003 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1999 Toyota Yaris.
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, 1999 Toyota Yaris (131 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Peugeot 206. (95 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Peugeot 206 | 1999 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 206 | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
