2004 Ford C-MAX vs. 2004 Peugeot 206
To start off, both 2004 Ford C-MAX and 2004 Peugeot 206 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford C-MAX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford C-MAX (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2004 Peugeot 206. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford C-MAX should accelerate faster than 2004 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford C-MAX weights approximately 276 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Ford C-MAX (197 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Peugeot 206. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford C-MAX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Peugeot 206. 2004 Peugeot 206 has automatic transmission and 2004 Ford C-MAX has manual transmission. 2004 Ford C-MAX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Peugeot 206 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford C-MAX | 2004 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | C-MAX | 206 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1146 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 47 L |
