2004 Peugeot 206 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, both 2004 Peugeot 206 and 2004 Volkswagen Jetta were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Jetta (115 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2004 Peugeot 206. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2004 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 161 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 Volkswagen Jetta (165 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Peugeot 206. (147 Nm). This means 2004 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Peugeot 206 | 2004 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
Model | 206 | Jetta |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 165 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 1307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 55 L |