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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 206. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle weights approximately 236 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 New Beetle (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 206. (150 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle 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 New Beetle | |
Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
Model | 206 | New Beetle |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.9:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.7 seconds | 12.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1298 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.3 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |