2004 Ford Fiesta vs. 2006 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2006 Peugeot 206 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 67 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 3 kg more than 2004 Ford Fiesta.
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, 2006 Peugeot 206 (150 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Fiesta. (106 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Fiesta | 2006 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Fiesta | 206 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.3 seconds | 14.6 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 | 1107 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
