2005 Peugeot 206 vs. 2005 Mazda 3
To start off, both 2005 Peugeot 206 and 2005 Mazda 3 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda 3 (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 206. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 8 kg more than 2005 Mazda 3.
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 Mazda 3 (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 206. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 206. 2005 Mazda 3 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 Mazda 3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Peugeot 206 | 2005 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Mazda |
| Model | 206 | 3 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.7 seconds | 11 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1088 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
