2005 Peugeot 206 vs. 2005 Toyota Celica
To start off, both 2005 Peugeot 206 and 2005 Toyota Celica were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,785 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Celica (140 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 206. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Celica weights approximately 35 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 Toyota Celica (170 Nm) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 206. (94 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Peugeot 206 | 2005 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 206 | Celica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1785 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
