2004 Honda Z vs. 2007 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 206 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Z would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 206 (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2004 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 186 kg more than 2004 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Peugeot 206. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Z 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, 2007 Peugeot 206 (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Z. (62 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Z | 2007 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Z | 206 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 62 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1146 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 50 L |
