2005 Mazda 2 vs. 2002 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2005 Mazda 2 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 (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 2. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 2 weights approximately 37 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 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 2. (107 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda 2 | 2002 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | 2 | 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 | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 163 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.1 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1088 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
