2005 Peugeot 206 vs. 2005 Toyota Yaris
To start off, both 2005 Peugeot 206 and 2005 Toyota Yaris were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Peugeot 206 (74 HP) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (64 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 110 kg more than 2005 Toyota Yaris. 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 Peugeot 206 (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (90 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Peugeot 206 | 2005 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 206 | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1359 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 64 HP |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 66.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.2 seconds | 16.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
