2005 Peugeot 206 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, both 2005 Peugeot 206 and 2005 Volkswagen Polo were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,559 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 Polo. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. 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 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Peugeot 206 | 2005 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
Model | 206 | Polo |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1559 cc | 1422 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.6 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 19.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 13.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |