2006 Lotus Exige vs. 2006 Peugeot 206
To start off, both 2006 Lotus Exige 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lotus Exige (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 206. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 311 kg more than 2006 Lotus Exige.
Because 2006 Lotus Exige is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Lotus Exige. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Peugeot 206, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Peugeot 206 (191 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lotus Exige. (172 Nm @ 6750 RPM). This means 2006 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Lotus Exige | 2006 Peugeot 206 | |
Make | Lotus | Peugeot |
Model | Exige | 206 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 237 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 916 kg | 1227 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 47 L |