2003 Peugeot 407 vs. 2005 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 206 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Peugeot 407. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Peugeot 407 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Peugeot 407 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 206. (89 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 426 kg more than 2005 Peugeot 206. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 407 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 206. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2003 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Peugeot 407 | 2005 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Peugeot |
| Model | 407 | 206 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1044 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.5 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.5 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
