2005 Peugeot 206 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, both 2005 Peugeot 206 and 2005 Volkswagen Bora were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Bora (116 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 206. (88 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 245 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 Volkswagen Bora (153 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 206. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Peugeot 206 | 2005 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
Model | 206 | Bora |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 86.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |