2005 Fiat Idea vs. 2002 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2005 Fiat Idea is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Peugeot 206. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Peugeot 206 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Idea (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2002 Peugeot 206. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Idea should accelerate faster than 2002 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Idea weights approximately 35 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 Peugeot 206 (206 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Idea. (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Idea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Idea | 2002 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Idea | 206 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 50 L |
