2006 Kia Rio vs. 2001 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2006 Kia Rio 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Rio (97 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2001 Peugeot 206. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2001 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Rio weights approximately 103 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.
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, 2001 Peugeot 206 (210 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Rio. (132 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Rio | 2001 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Kia | Peugeot |
| Model | Rio | 206 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 23.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 12.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1153 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
