2005 Mazda Premacy vs. 1999 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2005 Mazda Premacy is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Peugeot 206. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Peugeot 206 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Premacy (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1999 Peugeot 206. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 1999 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 545 kg more than 1999 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, 2005 Mazda Premacy (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Peugeot 206. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Premacy | 1999 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | Premacy | 206 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 50 L |
