2005 Hyundai Sonata vs. 2005 Peugeot 206
To start off, both 2005 Hyundai Sonata and 2005 Peugeot 206 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc, 2005 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Peugeot 206 (175 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Sonata. (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 590 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Peugeot 206 (205 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Sonata. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Sonata | 2005 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Peugeot |
| Model | Sonata | 206 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1997 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |
