2006 Ford Fusion vs. 2001 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2006 Ford Fusion 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Fusion (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2001 Peugeot 206. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 2001 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Fusion weights approximately 685 kg more than 2001 Peugeot 206. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford Fusion (279 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Peugeot 206. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Fusion | 2001 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Fusion | 206 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 50 L |
