2003 Peugeot 206 vs. 2003 SsangYong Korando
To start off, both 2003 Peugeot 206 and 2003 SsangYong Korando were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 SsangYong Korando (217 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2003 Peugeot 206. (57 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2003 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 840 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 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Peugeot 206. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 SsangYong Korando will offer significantly more control. 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 SsangYong Korando (308 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Peugeot 206. (95 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Peugeot 206. 2003 SsangYong Korando has automatic transmission and 2003 Peugeot 206 has manual transmission. 2003 Peugeot 206 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 SsangYong Korando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Peugeot 206 | 2003 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Peugeot | SsangYong |
Model | 206 | Korando |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 308 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 84 mm |
Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.8 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |