2005 Peugeot 206 vs. 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, both 2005 Peugeot 206 and 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Peugeot 206 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle. (74 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle weights approximately 208 kg more than 2005 Peugeot 206.
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 (261 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle. (127 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Peugeot 206 | 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
Model | 206 | New Beetle |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 261 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.6 mm | 75.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 15.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1338 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |