2005 Opel Vectra vs. 2003 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2005 Opel Vectra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Peugeot 206. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Peugeot 206 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Peugeot 206 (174 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2005 Opel Vectra. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Vectra weights approximately 275 kg more than 2003 Peugeot 206.
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, 2003 Peugeot 206 (205 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Vectra. (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Vectra | 2003 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Vectra | 206 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 7.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 50 L |
