2005 Peugeot 206 vs. 2012 Seat Altea
To start off, 2012 Seat Altea is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Peugeot 206. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Peugeot 206 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Seat Altea (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 206. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Seat Altea weights approximately 328 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, 2012 Seat Altea (201 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 206. (150 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Peugeot 206 | 2012 Seat Altea | |
Make | Peugeot | Seat |
Model | 206 | Altea |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 201 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.7 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.3 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |