2006 BMW X3 vs. 2006 Peugeot 206
To start off, both 2006 BMW X3 and 2006 Peugeot 206 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW X3 (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 206. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X3 weights approximately 780 kg more than 2006 Peugeot 206. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Peugeot 206. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW X3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 BMW X3 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot 206. (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2006 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW X3 | 2006 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | X3 | 206 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 50 L |
