2003 Peugeot 206 vs. 2010 Hyundai ix20
To start off, 2010 Hyundai ix20 is newer by 7 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 61 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai ix20. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai ix20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai ix20 weights approximately 280 kg more than 2003 Peugeot 206.
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, 2010 Hyundai ix20 (260 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Peugeot 206. (205 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai ix20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Peugeot 206 | 2010 Hyundai ix20 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Hyundai |
| Model | 206 | ix20 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 77.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2615 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.7 L/100km | 4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
