2005 Peugeot 206 vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla

To start off, both 2005 Peugeot 206 and 2005 Toyota Corolla were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Corolla (134 HP) has 26 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 206. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 94 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 Corolla (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 206. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 206. 2005 Toyota Corolla 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 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Peugeot 206 2005 Toyota Corolla
Make Peugeot Toyota
Model 206 Corolla
Year Released 2005 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1587 cc 1770 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 108 HP 134 HP
Torque 147 Nm 170 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4200 RPM
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1070 kg 1164 kg
Wheelbase Size 2450 mm 2600 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 60 L


 

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