2006 Mazda 6 vs. 2007 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 206 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 6 (134 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 206. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda 6 weights approximately 590 kg more than 2007 Peugeot 206. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mazda 6 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 206. (160 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda 6 | 2007 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | 6 | 206 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1410 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 50 L |
