2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 2001 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Peugeot 206. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Peugeot 206 would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (200 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2001 Peugeot 206. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo should accelerate faster than 2001 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo weights approximately 440 kg more than 2001 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, 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (305 Nm) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Peugeot 206. (150 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 2001 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
| Model | Monte Carlo | 206 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 50 L |
