2006 Ford Fiesta vs. 2001 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2006 Ford Fiesta is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Peugeot 206. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Peugeot 206 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Peugeot 206 (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2006 Ford Fiesta. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 245 kg more than 2001 Peugeot 206.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Peugeot 206 (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Fiesta. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Fiesta | 2001 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Fiesta | 206 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
