2004 Mazda 6 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 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda 6 (138 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 206. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda 6 weights approximately 513 kg more than 2007 Peugeot 206. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mazda 6 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 206. (205 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda 6 | 2007 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | 6 | 206 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 17.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 12.7 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1027 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 50 L |
