2006 Honda Insight vs. 1997 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2006 Honda Insight is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Peugeot 206. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Peugeot 206 would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Peugeot 206 (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2006 Honda Insight. (73 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Insight.
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, 1997 Peugeot 206 (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Insight. (107 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1997 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Insight | 1997 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Insight | 206 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 50 L |
