2003 Peugeot 206 vs. 2013 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2013 Nissan Sentra is newer by 10 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 46 more horse power than 2013 Nissan Sentra. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 2013 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 184 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, 2003 Peugeot 206 (205 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Sentra. (174 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Peugeot 206 | 2013 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Peugeot | Nissan |
| Model | 206 | Sentra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4625 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1496 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.7 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
