2004 Mazda B2500 vs. 2005 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 206 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda B2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda B2500 would be higher. At 4,031 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda B2500 (204 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 206. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda B2500 should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 478 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.
Because 2004 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Peugeot 206. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mazda B2500 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, 2004 Mazda B2500 (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 206. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda B2500 | 2005 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | B2500 | 206 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4031 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1227 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2450 mm |
