2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept vs. 1997 Peugeot 205
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1997 Peugeot 205. (102 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept should accelerate faster than 1997 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept weights approximately 473 kg more than 1997 Peugeot 205. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept (300 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Peugeot 205. (122 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept | 1997 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Peugeot |
| Model | Bionic Car Concept | 205 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 792 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |
