2006 Hyundai Sonata vs. 2006 Peugeot 206
To start off, both 2006 Hyundai Sonata 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Sonata (162 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 206. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 305 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.
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, 2006 Hyundai Sonata (222 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot 206. (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Hyundai Sonata | 2006 Peugeot 206 | |
Make | Hyundai | Peugeot |
Model | Sonata | 206 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 162 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 50 L |