2006 Mazda 6 vs. 2006 Peugeot 206
To start off, both 2006 Mazda 6 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 6 (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 206. (74 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda 6 weights approximately 295 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 Mazda 6 (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot 206. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mazda 6 | 2006 Peugeot 206 | |
Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
Model | 6 | 206 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 13.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 50 L |