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, 2002 Peugeot 206 (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Idea. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Idea weights approximately 35 kg more than 2002 Peugeot 206.
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 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Idea. (114 Nm @ 4000 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 | 1242 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.9 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 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 | 6.5 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 50 L |
