2005 Mitsubishi Proudia vs. 2005 Peugeot 206

To start off, both 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia 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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia (238 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 206. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia weights approximately 723 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 Mitsubishi Proudia (343 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 206. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 206. 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia has automatic transmission and 2005 Peugeot 206 has manual transmission. 2005 Peugeot 206 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Mitsubishi Proudia 2005 Peugeot 206
Make Mitsubishi Peugeot
Model Proudia 206
Year Released 2005 2005
Engine Size 3497 cc 1997 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 238 HP 134 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 343 Nm 190 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 4100 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 1950 kg 1227 kg
Vehicle Length 5060 mm 3840 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1680 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1370 mm
Wheelbase Size 2840 mm 2450 mm


 

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