2003 Peugeot 206 vs. 2008 Peugeot 207
To start off, 2008 Peugeot 207 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Peugeot 206. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Peugeot 206 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Peugeot 206 (174 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2008 Peugeot 207. (119 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 2008 Peugeot 207. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Peugeot 207 weights approximately 150 kg more than 2003 Peugeot 206.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Peugeot 207 (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Peugeot 206. (205 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2008 Peugeot 207 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Peugeot 206 | 2008 Peugeot 207 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Peugeot |
| Model | 206 | 207 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 7.1 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 49 L |
