2005 Mercedes-Benz B vs. 2005 Peugeot 206
To start off, both 2005 Mercedes-Benz B 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz B (94 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 206. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz B should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz B weights approximately 237 kg more than 2005 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 Mercedes-Benz B (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 206. (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz B | 2005 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Peugeot |
| Model | B | 206 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.2 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.2 seconds | 15.8 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 | 1302 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 50 L |
