2005 Mazda B2500 vs. 2002 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2005 Mazda B2500 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 4,030 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda B2500 (204 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2002 Peugeot 206. (134 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B2500 should accelerate faster than 2002 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 617 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.
Because 2005 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Peugeot 206. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B2500 will offer significantly more control. 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 Mazda B2500 (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Peugeot 206. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda B2500 | 2002 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | B2500 | 206 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4030 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1088 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2450 mm |
