2003 Peugeot 206 vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 8 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 2003 Peugeot 206. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2003 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche 911 weights approximately 340 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 2011 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Peugeot 206. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 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, 2011 Porsche 911 (390 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Peugeot 206. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Peugeot 206 | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Peugeot | Porsche |
Model | 206 | 911 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1311 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 67 L |