2005 Peugeot 206 vs. 1996 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 206 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Corolla (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 206. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 25 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, 1996 Toyota Corolla (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 206. (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Peugeot 206 | 1996 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 206 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2470 mm |
