2006 Mazda RX-8 vs. 2006 Peugeot 206
To start off, both 2006 Mazda RX-8 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 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda RX-8 (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 206. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 466 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.
Because 2006 Mazda RX-8 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 Mazda RX-8. 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 Mazda RX-8 (220 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot 206. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda RX-8 | 2006 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | RX-8 | 206 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1308 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 223 km/hour | 178 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 954 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.6 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 50 L |
