2005 Opel Zafira vs. 2000 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2005 Opel Zafira is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Peugeot 206. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Peugeot 206 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Peugeot 206 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2005 Opel Zafira. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Zafira weights approximately 241 kg more than 2000 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, 2000 Peugeot 206 (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Zafira. (140 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Zafira | 2000 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Zafira | 206 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 50 L |
